What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at Yeager Foot and Ankle Center?
A busy and fast pace podiatry office seeking an experienced medical receptionist with a strong mind. Must be able to work as a team and can adapt with the office needs.
Job Duties
- Welcomes and greets all patients and visitors, in person or over the phone
- Answers the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner using proper telephone etiquette
- Responsible for keeping the reception area clean and organized
- Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information
- Facilitates patient flow by notifying the provider of patients' arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating with patients and clinical staff
- Responds to inquiries by patients, prospective patients, and visitors in a courteous manner
- Keeps medical office supplies adequately stocked by anticipating inventory needs, and monitoring office equipment
- Protects patient confidentiality, making sure protected health information is secured by not leaving PHI in plain sight and logging off the computer before leaving it unattended.
- Other task as assigned
Qualifications
- High school or equivalent education
- A minimum of one to three years’ work experience in a fast pace medical office.
- Excellent customer service
- Stable work history
- Sort/file materials accurately by alphabetic/numeric system.
- Knowledge of Medical terminology and insurance
- Cash Handling
- Knowledge of HIPAA
- Strong attention to detail
- Quick Learner
- Knowledge of Insurances/ Deductibles/Co-pay's
- Must have EMR experience
Please do not apply if qualifications are not met.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Redding, CA 96002: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20