Office Assistant- Cedartown UC

Atrium Health; Cedartown (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Front Office Assistant in Cedartown, GA to support the medical practice with essential clerical tasks and patient interaction.

The role involves handling phone duties, scheduling, filing, and basic administrative functions to ensure smooth daily operations and accurate record-keeping. Knowledge of medical terminology and coding is valued, with emphasis on courteous, patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year post-secondary course for medical office assistant preferred.
• Prior experience with front desk in a medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9/CPT coding required.
• Accurate typing and filing skills required.
• Experience with medical office information systems and electronic billing preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Handle telephone responsibilities and patient communications.
• Perform scheduling and appointment coordination.
• Manage filing, copying, and other clerical tasks.
• Maintain accuracy in medical records and billing support.

Skills

Front desk experience

Medical terminology

ICD-9/CPT coding

Typing

Filing

Customer service

Electronic billing systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year post-secondary medical office assistant course

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