Orthopedics/Plastics Medical Office Specialist

ummc; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMC in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to support Orthopedics/Plastics clinics. You will handle clerical tasks, billing support, patient check-in, and basic office duties in a busy ambulatory setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong customer service, typing speed, and ability to multi-task. On-site position with day shift; health benefits and on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with general medical office procedures and front-desk tasks.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are required.
• Ability to multi-task and use basic accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, greet patients, file records, verify demographics and insurance information.
• Schedule appointments and handle billing and bookkeeping tasks.
• Assist with patient intake, histories, chaperone as needed, and provider support.
• Assist with scheduling, coding and billing of procedures as directed.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Typing 35 wpm

Microsoft Word

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

UMMC in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to support Orthopedics/Plastics clinics. You will handle clerical tasks, billing support, patient check-in, and basic office duties in a busy ambulatory setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong customer service, typing speed, and ability to multi-task. On-site position with day shift; health benefits and on-the-job training provided.