Medical Support Assistant

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing • Bethesda, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Support Assistant provides front-line administrative and customer service support within a clinical research hospital environment. This role supports patient admissions, appointment scheduling, reception services, and coordination of patient services while ensuring confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with NIH policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• NIH-required infectious disease documentation (measles, TB, influenza, etc.)
• Completion of mandatory NIH training within 30 days of start
• Ability to obtain and maintain NIH ID badge
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Professional demeanor and emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and telephone customer service to patients, families, and clinical staff
• Register and admit patients; update demographic information in electronic medical record systems
• Schedule, cancel, and manage patient appointments
• Monitor patient wait times and communicate delays appropriately
• Create and process patient travel vouchers and reimbursement documentation
• Maintain reception areas, issue patient ID wristbands, and respond to medical emergencies per guidelines
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and Privacy Act compliance
• Support inpatient and outpatient care areas
• Float between Patient Support Services Department units as needed
• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to NIH dress code
• Comply with attendance, punctuality, and conduct standards

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $20.85 per hour in a clinical research hospital environment.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment at a leading clinical research hospital.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes through seamless administrative support for patient care and research.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED