Office Assistant I, Outpatient Neurology in Newark

Christiana Care Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare’s Outpatient Neurology at the Health Care Center in Newark is seeking a Medical Office Assistant I to provide organized, patient-focused support in a fast-paced practice.

The role handles payments, verifies insurance, coordinates referrals, schedules tests, updates records, and uses EMR systems to communicate with clinicians. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.
• Must have strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle payments and verify insurance coverage.
• Coordinate referrals and reconcile daily appointments and payments.
• Answer calls, relay messages, and use EMR to coordinate with providers.
• Update patient information and schedule tests/appointments.
• Maintain medical records and resolve patient issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Adaptable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Office Assistant I, Outpatient Neurology in Newark

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)

Oct 27, 2026

ChristianaCare's Outpatient Neurology at the Health Care Center, Newark is looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized Medical Office Assistant I with strong communication skills and the ability to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Outpatient Neurology- HCC at Newark is located at 200 Hygeia Drive in Newark, Delaware. At ChristianaCare's outpatient neurology practice, our neurologists partner closely with patients to create individualized treatment plans that support living well with neurological conditions. Our team is trained to help patients effectively manage current symptoms, recognize and address new concerns, and receive the appropriate treatment at every stage of their care. Through ongoing monitoring and a compassionate, collaborative approach, we are committed to helping each patient achieve the best quality of life possible.

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 7:30am to 5:00pm
• Hours could vary, will not exceed 40 hours/week
• No weekends or holidays

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, FirstDay Health Coverage: Comprehensive firstday coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (inoffice or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence We're here to support every step of your journey to parenthood-whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%-5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities:

The Medical Office Assistant I handles payments, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates referrals, and reconciles daily appointments and payments. They manage communications by answering calls, relaying messages, and using EMR systems to coordinate with providers and staff. The role includes updating patients, scheduling tests and appointments, maintaining medical records, resolving patient issues, supporting administrative tasks, and following safety protocols, with additional duties as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.

Why ChristianaCare

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? As a Medical Office Assistant I, you'll play a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a smooth, positive experience for patients and staff. This is more than just a job-it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellent service and care.

When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.

Hourly Pay Range

$17.67 - $25.62 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Post End Date

Oct 29, 2026

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.