Office Assistant I, Pulmonary at Newark

ChristianaCare Pulmonology at Elkton practice is looking for a Medical Office Assistant I.

Pulmonology specialists provide advanced, patient-centered care across Delaware and Maryland, including in-person and video visits. Our team offers comprehensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of lung conditions, supported by collaborative care and state-of-the-art technology.

Pulmonary and Respiratory Services | ChristianaCare

The Medical Office Assistant I key responsibilities include scheduling appointments with consideration of insurance details, greeting patients professionally to collect demographic and financial information, and processing referral information while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm

• Cross coverage to other locations as needed

Duties / Responsibilities:
The Medical Office Assistant I will collect payments according to insurance guidelines, verify coverage, coordinate referrals, and perform daily reconciliation of appointments and payments. The Medical Office Assistant I communication tasks include answering phone calls professionally, relaying messages accurately, and utilizing EMR to communicate with providers and staff. The Medical Office Assistant I ensures timely updates to patients on issues until resolved, facilitates necessary testing and appointments, and prepares medical records by scanning and indexing reports into patient charts. The Medical Office Assistant I is responsible for researching patient issues and providing timely responses, assisting with administrative tasks such as copying and faxing, and adhering to safety protocols while reporting any unsafe conditions. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Why You'll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, FirstDay Health Coverage:
  Comprehensive firstday coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (inoffice or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.

• Generous Paid Time Off
  Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.

• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
  Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.

• Paid Parental Leave
  Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family.

• Retirement Planning & Financial WellBeing
  Access two retirement plan options, including a 403(b) with company contributions, plus professional retirement planning services and financial coaching.

Education Requirements:

• High School Graduate or GED required.

• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.

What Makes a Successful Office Assistant at ChristianaCare

Our ideal Office Assistant brings a strong blend of skills and personal qualities that support efficient, highquality administrative operations, including:

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in documentation, scheduling, and daily tasks.

• Adaptability: Able to adjust quickly to changing priorities and support a fastpaced office environment.

• Excellent Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, patients, and visitors.

• Strong Organization: Maintains orderly workflows, manages multiple tasks, and keeps office operations running smoothly.

• ProblemSolving Ability: Anticipates needs, resolves issues proactively, and contributes to a positive workplace experience.

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Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/