Merit Health · 16 hours ago
Clinic Office Assistant - Clinics
Flowood, MS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMerit Health is seeking a Clinic Office Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support within the clinic. This role is responsible for patient check-in and check-out, scheduling appointments, handling inquiries, processing payments, and maintaining records to ensure efficient clinic operations.
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Responsibilities
Greets and assists patients during check-in and check-out, ensuring accuracy in patient information and documentation
Schedules patient appointments, obtains pre-certifications, and coordinates with providers for testing, procedures, and surgeries
Collects time-of-service (TOS) payments, issues invoices, and processes financial transactions in compliance with clinic policies
Maintains and updates patient records, ensures quality control, and addresses gaps in care
Answers phone calls, responds to inquiries regarding clinic policies and services, and routes messages appropriately
Enters charges and codes invoices for billing, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
Monitors and maintains office and clinic supply inventory, placing orders as needed to ensure availability of necessary materials
Assists in handling physician call schedules, provider reimbursements, and license renewals
Supports clinical staff as needed, including assisting in triage and coordinating patient referrals
Ensures a clean and organized work environment, following infection control and safety protocols
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
0-2 years of experience in a medical office, clinic, or healthcare administrative setting required
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and office software
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Customer service-oriented with a professional and courteous demeanor
Preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology, scheduling, billing, and insurance verification preferred
Certified Medical Office Administrative Assistant (CMAA) preferred
Company
Merit Health
Merit Health is a hospital & health care company
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Henry, FACHE
CEO at Merit Health Madison
Elizabeth "Beth" Hillner, MHA
Chief Operating Officer
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