**Front Desk Specialist**

at Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids, MI Grand Rapids Ophthalmology, a partner of Blue Sky Vision, is looking for a Front Desk Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and computer skills and provide a positive first impression, showing patients we provide unsurpassed care right from the start!

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

**Primary Responsibilities:**

* Welcome and greet patients/visitors to the office in a manner that is helpful and friendly; determines the purpose of the visit and directs patients/clients/visitors to the appropriate person or department(s).

* Screens patients for a new address, new patient visit, or update registration.

* Proactively engages patients in communicating what to expect with the appointment and continues to convey delays or any other changes with the patient.

* Provides information to patients calling the provider office; transfers calls as needed; works to ensure adequate phone coverage at all times.

* Performs day-to-day administrative functions and general office duties, including but not limited to: word processing, copying, filing, faxing, answering phones, and data entry.

* Schedules patient follow up appointments based on predetermined appointment templates.

* Maintains professionalism to provide excellent customer service for patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols by following policies and HIPAA requirements.

* Maintains patient waiting areas, office files, and front-desk areas in a manner that is organized and neat.

* Informs the patient of any existing balance noted in the computer and request the patient be prepared for any payment due at the time of the visit.

* Exercises problem-solving and conflict resolution skills when handling patient complaints; refers patient complaints to appropriate designated personnel as needed.

* Additional duties as assigned as determined by the supervisor or management. These changes in assignments can be either written or verbal.

**Education:**

* Minimum of HS Diploma.

**Skills & Experience:**

* Minimum of 1-3 years related experience. Health care experience preferred.

* Prior experience with an EMR is preferred.

* Be helpful and courteous and display strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Must be a well-organized team-player with great attention to detail.

* Strong multi-tasking, planning, organization, and execution skills.

* Motivated and dependable with a patient-friendly personality.

* Demonstrates superior computer skills.

**We Offer:**

* Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, & vacation.

* Career experiences that provide employees with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding work environment.

* Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion for helping others.

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