PRN Medical Office Assistant – Orthopedics

Lifepoint Health; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance & loan repayment

401(k) retirement plan with company on

Job summary

Rutherford Regional Health System is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to greet patients, coordinate front desk activities, and support the providers. You will enter demographics, verify insurance, collect copays, and assist with referrals to ensure smooth clinic operations and patient flow.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality orthopedic care and patient-centered service. This role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Medical front office experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Must have critical thinking, decisive judgement and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and communicate with patients and providers.
• Coordinate workflow and maintain office records.
• Complete check-in/check-out processes and update demographics and insurance.
• Collect copays/coinsurance and outstanding balances.
• Schedule referrals and manage records for other physicians.
• Answer phones, distribute messages, and keep the front office organized.

Skills

Medical front office experience

Knowledge of medical terminology

Critical thinking

Ability to work with minimal superv is

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Rutherford Regional Health System is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to greet patients, coordinate front desk activities, and support the providers. You will enter demographics, verify insurance, collect copays, and assist with referrals to ensure smooth clinic operations and patient flow.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality orthopedic care and patient-centered service. This role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting.