Medical Receptionist

Description

Medical Receptionists are responsible for performing various front office duties for physicians and other members of the clinic. This is a great opportunity for professionals with excellent customer service skills and strong computer skills. Applicants should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to multi-task, and be detail-oriented. Applicants must be able to prioritize and adapt to changing situations in a calm and professional manner. Medical Receptionists are expected to maintain confidentiality of business, patient and personal information. Please apply if you are a warm and energetic person who will make the extra effort to make our patients feel welcome!

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Greeting and interacting with patients

• Coordinating patient care

• Answering telephones, taking messages, and directing calls appropriately

• Checking patients in and out; verifying and updating necessary information in medical records

• Data entry, mail management, and scanning

• Maintaining appointment schedule by following office-scheduling policies

• Insurance verification/authorizations for tests and surgeries

• Collecting co-pays and occasionally handling finances

Experience

One year work experience in a medical front office preferred

Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus