Medical Office Assistant - Horseheads Walk in Care - Weekends Only - Part Time - Arnot Ogden Medical Center : Job Details

Join Our Team at Arnot Health!Are you an organized and compassionate professional looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? Arnot Health is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Medical Office Assistant to join our Horseheads Walk-In Care team. This position plays a vital role in providing essential administrative and patient care support, ensuring a seamless experience for our patients and providers.Your Schedule:* Weekend program* Friday, Saturday, Sunday* 10-hour shifts* Weekend Differential* Day Shift* Part-TimeWhat You'll Do:As a Medical Office Assistant, you will be responsible for a variety of medical office support services, including:* Front Desk & Patient Check-In: Prepare daily schedules, answer phone calls, update patient demographics, and distribute mail.* Patient Check-Out & Scheduling: Make follow-up appointments, prepare test orders, obtain prior authorizations, and provide patient instructions.* Billing & Documentation: Verify demographic and insurance information, track encounters, and assist with billing processes.* Patient Support: Take vitals, perform phlebotomy (if qualified), assist with minor procedures, and prepare surgical instruments for sterilization.* Care Team Participation: Work closely with the care team to support patient education, medication management, and preventative care coordination.* Medical Record Maintenance: Transcribe notes, scan and file documents, and process medical record requests according to protocol.* Office & Safety Compliance: Maintain professional behavior, ensure OSHA compliance, and participate in training programs to support patient-centered care.What We're Looking For:We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic medical office setting. The ideal candidate will have:* Education: High school diploma required; completion of a Medical Assistant training program preferred.* Experience: Minimum of three years of medical office experience preferred; knowledge of medical coding is a plus.* Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.* Skills: Strong multitasking ability, excellent communication, and a patient-focused approach to care.Physical Demands:This role involves light physical effort typical of an office-based medical setting. Candidates should be comfortable assisting with patient care tasks and handling medical documentation.