What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Administrative Assistant position at Hawaii Radiologic Associates, Ltd.?
Hawaii Radiologic Associates is looking for a Medical Administrative Assistant to join our Kailua-Kona clinic as a receptionist/scheduler. This position is the first point of contact for patients. Your primary responsibilities will include greeting and checking in patients, scanning and updating insurance cards, scheduling appointments, managing phone calls, and maintaining accurate patient records. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a medical office environment..
Essential Functions
- Greet and assist patients in a friendly and professional manner
- Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and provide assistance to patients, including scheduling and rescheduling appointments.
- Collect and update patient information, including ID and insurance details
- Verify insurance coverage and process billing information
- Give patients consent form(s) and verify form is completed by patient
- Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and scanning documents
- Receive payment from patients
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the front desk area
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certification in medical administration is a plus
- Proven experience as a medical receptionist or administrative assistant in a healthcare setting
Knowledge, Skill & Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and healthcare providers
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage patient records and administrative tasks accurately
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and composure
- Type minimum 35 wpm, and 10 key by touch
- Telephone etiquette
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Radiology
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19