Medical Front Desk - Entry Level

Greet patients as they arrive and leave our clinic in a friendly manner. The Front Desk/Receptionist is responsible for greeting patients in a professional manner; updating and verifying patient information, including obtaining patient ID/insurance information, processing copayments, and registering patients in the billing system; maintaining a smooth flow of communication between patient, provider, and clinical staff; handling scheduling inquiries; and providing other assistance as needed.

Schedule:
M, W, Th 8:30 - 5:30p
Tu 10 - 7p
F 8:30 - 4:30p

What you will be doing

• Greet and check in patients in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Accurately enter/update/verify insurance information and patient demographics and work with several medical computer programs.
• Completes patient registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for registration.
• Prepares paperwork for patient visits.
• Verifies patient benefits and eligibility, when needed. Collects all necessary co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance, as needed. Responds to questions regarding accounts status, payment arrangements, and concerns. Resolves billing or charge disputes or forwards problem accounts to the appropriate individual for resolution.
• Monitors patient flow, adjusts workflows, and notifies the clinical staff of any pertinent information and changes.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, guests, back office staff and providers.
• Reconciles cash against daily charge and cash reports.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments as needed.
• Create, distribute, and file new patient charts/medical records.
• Perform clerical tasks such as copying, sorting, scanning, and faxing.
• Properly check out patients, including collecting appropriate co-pays, past due balances, and fees; ensuring proper completion of all forms; updating medical records as needed, etc.
• Keep the front desk area and waiting room clean and tidy and re-stock with necessary supplies
• Comply with all policies and procedures of the organization, including but not limited to standard operating procedures and employee handbook.
• Perform any other duties as assigned

What you know

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desire

• Telephone operator or high call volume experience

What you will receive

• Competitive wages
• Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program
• Seven (7) company paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress
• Inspirational culture

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Medical Specialty:

• Ophthalmology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person