What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at Clarkson Eyecare?
Job Description
Job Description
A Front Office Specialist is trained to act as the first point of contact, setting the tone for a world class Total Patient Experience. This employee will also perform the necessary administrative responsibilities needed to create a smooth check-in / out experience for patients.
SECTION 2 : Duties and Responsibilities
- Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great service and support.
- Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone).
- Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave.
- Answer phones (both external and internal); assure prompt, courteous service at all times.
- Practice urgency at all times with consideration to the patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule.
- Double check insurance authorizations to ensure completion and build accurate flow sheets.
- Knowledge of common fees charged for common visits.
- Check out patients and collect correct payments according to procedures.
- Manage patient flow in the office and ensure communication to maximize efficiency and customer service.
- Complete daily reconciliations / close day / countdown cash drawer.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA.
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager.
SECTION 3 : Patient Population Served
SECTION 4 : Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements
SECTION 5 : Experience Requirements
SECTION 6 : Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements
SECTION 7 : Supervisory Responsibilities
SECTION 8 : Physical Demands
Indicate the amount of time spent for each activity required as it relates to the essential functions.
Physical Requirements % of Time LBS
Bending 25
Carrying 25 ≤ 25
Climbing 5
Driving 10
Grasping 100
Hearing 100
Lifting 10 ≤ 25
Pulling 10 ≤ 25
Pushing 10 ≤ 25
Reaching 50
Sitting 50
Standing 50
Vision – close / distance 100
Vision – color vision 100
Vision – depth perception 100
Vision – peripheral vision 100
Vision – ability to adjust focus 100
Stooping 25
Walking 75
Writing / Typing 100
Speaking 100
Fine Motor Skills 100
Use of Hands 100
Other (please describe)
Location : Work takes place in a normal office / clinical environment. At times, travel to other locations may be necessary to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards.
Exposure : Works in normal office environment during normal business hours. May be exposed to blood or bodily fluids. May also be exposed to various cleaning supplies.
Equipment : The equipment typically used in this position is a computer, fax, copier, printer, scanner and telephone. Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft applications. Other equipment may be used as needed. May use Optometric equipment / devices per sub-specialty requirement such as lensometer; keratometer; phoropter; visual acuity measuring; retinal camera; corneal topography unit; retinoscope. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
