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University Hospital

Medical Office Assistant

University Hospital, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175

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The primary purpose of this position is to support daily clinic activities, including handling calls, scheduling appointments, patient registration, responding to inquiries, and billing.

Responsibilities

Greets patients and visitors promptly and courteously.

Schedules, cancels, and confirms appointments according to department criteria.

Registers patients accurately.

Answers phone calls and takes accurate messages.

Maintains an accurate filing system and ensures timely scanning of lab slips and x‑ray reports.

Assists with billing procedures and forms.

Develops and maintains good customer relations.

Qualifications Required

Two (2) years of progressive clerical experience, including receptionist and scheduling duties.

Proficient with MS Office and electronic registration/medical record systems.

Preferred

Ability to multi‑task and present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings.

Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or French).

High school diploma or GED.

Associate degree.

Experience in a medical office setting, including billing.

What We Offer

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical & prescription drug coverage

Dental & vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance

Pension plan

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Compensation In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is TC1550: Probationary Rate $22.56 - Job Rate $23.06 - Two‑Year Rate $23.75 per hour. Final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state‑certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, we train physicians and advance science while providing exceptional care to all patients.

Apply Today We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time function

Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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