Medical Office Assistant

About the role

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Office Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and registers patients and maintains accurate patient information within the computer system.
• Obtains referrals and pre-certifications as required.
• Schedules referral appointments as necessary or as instructed by the provider.
• Performs administrative and clerical duties including reception, filing, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Reviews provider orders prior to the patient leaving the clinic.
• Obtains informed consent for invasive procedures.
• Posts charges, completes required paperwork, and collects co-pays, deductibles, and outstanding account balances.
• Assists with end-of-day balancing and closing procedures, including preparing deposits for courier pickup.
• Maintains examination areas, equipment, and medical supplies, including stocking, cleaning, reordering, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assists with maintaining office supply inventory and appropriate stock levels to support efficient workflow.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of applicable infection control policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No license required.
• No certifications required.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to perform administrative and clerical functions in a healthcare practice setting.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient information and handle confidential information appropriately.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

About Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Johnstown, PA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.