What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at Retina and Vitreous Specialists?
Job Overview
Seeking a highly motivated, detailed oriented, medical receptionist to join our busy retina practice. We are looking for a reliable team player that is not afraid to learn something new. The ideal candidate would have experience working in a medical setting, but we will be willing to train the right person. The position is 40 hours a week Monday – Friday 8:45am to 5:15pm.
Responsibilities
-Greeting patients and checking them in and out in a professional and courteous manner.
-Verifying insurance and updating patient files.
-Answering phones and communicating effectively with patients and staff.
-Scheduling appointments.
-Preparing charts for upcoming visits.
-Managing patient records and files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
-Maintaining a clean and organized reception area.
-Performing other administrative tasks as required.
Requirements
-Reliability
-Willing to travel between our Metairie and Uptown offices.
-Prior experience in a medical office preferred, but not required.
-Prior experience in ophthalmology preferred, but not required.
-Experience with electronic health records (EHR) preferred, but not required.
-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
-Excellent patient service skills and a commitment to patient care.
-Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
-Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software systems.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person