Office Assistant I, Nutrition Services, Part-Time

ChristianaCare's Nutrition Services in Newark, DE is looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized part-time Medical Office Assistant I with strong communication skills and the ability to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment. ChristianaCare's Nutrition Services team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve healthier lives through personalized nutrition counseling, education, and support. The practice serves patients with a wide range of nutritional needs, including diabetes management, cardiovascular health, weight loss, prenatal nutrition, food allergies, and digestive health concerns. Through a collaborative, patient-centered approach, the team develops individualized care plans that empower patients to make lasting lifestyle changes and improve their overall health. This position serves as a key point of contact for patients and contributes to the smooth coordination of scheduling, communication, and administrative support within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. Work Schedule: Mon to Fri 20 hours per week Why You'll Love Working at ChristianaCare Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first-day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in-office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities. Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth: Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement. Grow Your Family with Confidence: We're here to support every step of your journey to parenthood-whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care. Paid Parental Leave: Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service. Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being: Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%-5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support. Duties / Responsibilities: The Medical Office Assistant I handles payments, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates referrals, and reconciles daily appointments and payments. They manage communications by answering calls, relaying messages, and using EMR systems to coordinate with providers and staff. The role includes updating patients, scheduling tests and appointments, maintaining medical records, resolving patient issues, supporting administrative tasks, and following safety protocols, with additional duties as needed. Position Qualifications: High School Graduate or GED required. Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required. Why ChristianaCare Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? As a Medical Office Assistant I, you'll play a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a smooth, positive experience for patients and staff. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellent service and care. When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable. Hourly Pay Range: $17.67 - $25.62 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. 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. Post End Date: Sep 12, 2026 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr christianacare