What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Office Assistant Float - Medical Specialties position at Arnot Health?
Join Our Team at Arnot Health!
Are you a flexible and detail-oriented professional looking for an opportunity to make a difference in multiple medical specialties? Arnot Health is seeking a Float Medical Office Assistant to support our Medical Specialties team. This role provides essential administrative and clinical assistance across various outpatient specialty offices, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient operations.
Your Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- Day shift
- 40 hours per week
What You’ll Do:
As a Float Medical Office Assistant, you will work across multiple specialty clinics, providing coverage and support wherever needed. Your key responsibilities will include:
Patient Interaction & Front Desk Support : Greet patients, schedule appointments, check-in/check-out, and manage phone calls.
Administrative Duties : Verify insurance, obtain prior authorizations, process referrals, and assist with billing and medical documentation.
Clinical Support : Take patient vitals, perform venipunctures, assist with minor procedures, prepare medical instruments, and ensure exam rooms are stocked and sanitized.
Medical Records & Coordination : Maintain accurate patient records, transcribe provider notes, and coordinate follow-up care and test scheduling.
Travel Flexibility : This is a float position requiring travel to various Medical Specialties offices within the Arnot Health system, often on short notice.
What We’re Looking For:
We are looking for a highly adaptable and organized individual with a passion for patient care and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have:
Education : High school diploma required; completion of a Medical Assistant training program preferred.
Experience : At least three years of medical office experience preferred; familiarity with medical coding and specialty clinic operations 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 position requires light physical effort, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting of medical supplies. Candidates must be comfortable traveling between multiple locations as needed.
About Us
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50 specialties.
Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step in your healthcare career, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
If you thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment and enjoy working across different specialties, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of the Arnot Health team!
Full-Time Non-Exempt
