Medical Receptionist

**Job Summary:**

We are a privately owned primary care optometry clinic located near the ABQ Uptown area. At Accent on Vision East, we pride ourselves on our learning-oriented atmosphere, group cohesiveness, and high standard of care for our patients. Our team collaborates and makes work fun, but, at the same time, provide excellent customer service worthy of recommendations to future customers. Accent on Vision East has a great reputation and, being a private practice, has the ability to offer great work-life balance and flexibility, and values supporting each individual staff member to ensure a happy work environment..

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Receptionist to join our team at a busy optometry clinic. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling front desk duties and providing exceptional customer service to patients.

**Duties:**

- Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

- Schedule appointments using Officemate software

- Manage medical scheduling efficiently

- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the reception area

- Answer phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel

- Verify insurance information and process patient payments

- Register new patients and update existing patient demographics accurately

- Checking out patients, including payment collection, referral processing, and scheduling appointments.

- Assist with medical office tasks as needed

**Requirements:**

- Previous experience working as a medical receptionist preferred.

- Knowledge of Insurance Benefits a must (understanding when to collect co-pays, deductibles, and co -insurance)

- Proficiency in using OfficeMate software prefered

- Strong organizational and multitasking skills

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

- Ability to maintain a 40 hour work week

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fun, friendly healthcare setting, providing valuable support to both patients and staff. If you are a detail-oriented, dedicated individual with a passion for healthcare administration, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role as a Medical Receptionist.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,594.00 - $29,136.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Ophthalmology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Medical receptionist: 1 year (Preferred)
• Insurance verification: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Albuquerque, NM 87110 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albuquerque, NM 87110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28,594 - $29,136