What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at Retina Vitreous Consultants Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Medical Receptionist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing front desk operations, providing exceptional patient service, and ensuring the smooth functioning of our medical office. This role requires proficiency in various office systems and a strong understanding of health information management.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
- Manage patient check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
- Collect fees like co-pays, balances and estimates.
- Schedule appointments and maintain the appointment calendar.
- Handle incoming calls, respond to inquiries, and direct calls appropriately.
- Review documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain patient records in compliance with health information management standards.
- Utilize office systems such as NextGen and Promptly for patient management.
- Assist with clerical tasks including filing and data entry as needed.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless patient care.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Medical Receptionist or in a similar role required.
- Familiarity with electronic medical systems such as practice management and check-in dashboards.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for documentation review.
- Knowledge of health information management principles.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.
- Proficiency in clerical tasks including filing and basic medical coding is desirable.
Join our team to contribute to the quality care of our patients while enhancing your skills in a supportive environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Medical receptionist: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Altoona, PA 16601 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21
