Medical Office Administrator

Medical Office Administrator – Asheville – Up to $25.00/hr.

PrideStaff is recruiting for a Medical Office Administrator for a local healthcare provider.  This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, organized, and a detail-oriented professional with excellent customer service and communication skills.

Job Summary: Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the practice. This includes managing patient files, billing and insurance, scheduling appointments, and handling communications with doctors and patients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and manage the appointment calendar
• Collect and update patient information, including medical history and insurance details
• Verify insurance coverage and process necessary paperwork
• Maintain patient records and ensure accuracy of information
• Medical billing and coding tasks
• Follow HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality
• Coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure smooth patient flow
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and faxes
• Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and data entry
• Handling referrals

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Previous experience in a medical office administrative support role preferred
• Proficient in medical scheduling software
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy requirements
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word Processing
   

Hours of Work:  8:00 am to 5:00 pm (ending time could be later depending on patients scheduled)