Medical Office Assistant – Behavioral Health – Bath, NY Position Available In Chemung, New York
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Job Description
Job Description Join our compassionate and collaborative Behavioral Health team as a Medical Office Assistant located on the Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital campus in Bath, NY . This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and patient-focused professional looking to support coordinated outpatient care in a meaningful and impactful way. In this role, you’ll provide a wide range of medical office and clinical support functions, from patient check-in and appointment scheduling to assisting with exams, performing waived testing, and supporting a patient-centered care team.
You’re Schedule:
+ Full-Time, 40 hours per week + Monday through Friday, Day Shift + 6
Paid Holidays What 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:
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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. +
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. Requirements