Office Assistant

Atrium Health; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Front Office Assistant to handle clerical tasks for the medical practice, including telephone coverage, scheduling, filing, and copying. This role supports patient flow and administrative operations in a clinical setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, experience in front desk duties in healthcare, and familiarity with medical terminology. Strong communication and accurate data entry are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two year post-secondary course for medical office assistant preferred.
• Prior experience with front desk responsibilities in a medical office setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all clerical functions relative to the business aspect of the medical practice.
• Duties include telephone responsibilities, scheduling, filing, copying, and related tasks.

Skills

Front desk operations

Customer service

Typing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Medical terminology

ICD-9/CPT coding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary medical office assistant program (2-year)

Tools

Medical office software

Job description

The Front Office Assistant is responsible for all clerical functions relative to the business aspect of the medical practice. These duties include, but are not limited to, telephone responsibilities, scheduling, filing, copying, etc.

Qualifications

• Education
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
• Two year course for medical office assistant at the post-secondary level preferred
• Experience
• Prior experience with front desk responsibilities in a medical office setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9/CPT coding is required
• Accurate typing and filing skills required
• Experience in the use of medical office information systems, electronic billing, and other automated functions preferred
• Candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, have a commitment to customer service, and communicate effectively with all applicable customers and age groups