What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at Schaefer Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, PLLC?
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Medical Receptionist to join our team. As a Medical Receptionist, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and administrative support in a medical office setting. I
Responsibilities:
- Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment
- Schedule appointments and manage the appointment calendar
- Verify patient insurance information and collect co-pays or payments
- Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and direct calls to appropriate staff members
- Maintain patient records and update electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Assist with medical billing and coding tasks as needed
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and follow-up appointments
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy and confidentiality
- Provide general administrative support to the medical office staff
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Medical Receptionist or in a similar role
- Proficient in using medical software systems such as Athena, eClinicalWorks, etc.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- health insurance
- paid time off
Join our team to help grow our practice and contribute to providing exceptional patient care. Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.50 per hour
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Buffalo, NY 14209 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20