What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Office Assistant (FRONT DESK): Columbus, GA position at Nimbus Health?
Title: Medical Office Assistant
Location: Columbus, GA
Context: Nimbus Health is building the future of pulmonary care. Through an innovative blend of in-person care and remote patient monitoring, Nimbus Health addresses the unique needs of the 50M Americans who suffer from asthma, COPD, and other respiratory conditions. Our goal is to demonstrably improve clinical outcomes for respiratory patients, transforming the lives of millions who struggle to breathe.
Role Summary: The medical office assistant is responsible for providing day-to-day support operations by performing administrative tasks and ensuring high-quality customer service to patients. Medical office assistants provide revenue cycle support, scheduling, patient communication, and other key patient related services.
Responsibilities:
- Using the EMR to document patient clinical data (e.g., medical history and referral information).
- Patient Registration
- Schedule appointments and procedures
- Answer and triage phone calls, follow up with patients, etc.
- Assist patients with initial paperwork.
- Accurately update and maintain patients' health records.
- Communicate test results to patients when directed by physicians or as dictated by operational protocol.
- Assist patients with re-scheduling appointments and other scheduling issues.
- Remote Patient Activities
- copay and balance collection
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant experience required; pulmonology preferred.
- 2 years of EMR experience required; Athena or Eclinical Works, preferred.
- Formal Medical Assistant or Medical Office assistant training, desired, CMA/RMA certification preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid COVID-19 vaccination desired
- Genuine passion for patient care-Expected
Why Nimbus Health?
We are dedicated to fostering a fun and supportive environment for both our patients and staff. Join us as we redefine the standard of care in pulmonary medicine.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance option
- 401k matching
- 9 Paid Holidays
- No weekends
- Uniforms
- Access to Aflac and Life Insurance Options
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Medical Office Assistant: 3 years (Required)
- Pulmonary or Allergy: 2 years (Preferred)
- Athena EMR systems: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16