The Medical Front Desk Receptionist provides essential administrative support to the office, healthcare providers, and patients in a fast-paced medical practice. This role is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including patient service, appointment scheduling, data entry, electronic health record (EHR) management, and patient education.

Front Desk Receptionist Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

Greet patients upon arrival and address questions and concerns
Answer incoming calls, provide information, transfer calls, and take messages as needed
Schedule appointments and manage multiple provider calendars
Register new patients and update existing patient demographics and financial information
Facilitate patient flow by notifying providers of arrivals, monitoring delays, and communicating updates to patients and staff
Maintain and update patient records through data entry, faxing, and scanning
Collect payments, including deductibles, coinsurance, balances, copays, and sales of OTC items
Review and update accounts receivable/payable changes since prior visits
Maintain an accurate log of orthotics received; contact patients for follow-ups and schedule appointments accordingly
Monitor office supply inventory, place orders, and coordinate equipment maintenance and service
Verify insurance eligibility, referrals, and authorizations in preparation for next-day appointments
Prepare and process daily reports, deposit slips, and upload financial records to shared files
Review billing claims and denials; gather required information from providers or patients to resolve issues
Support additional office tasks and projects as needed

Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2+ years of administrative support experience in a medical environment preferred
Knowledge of health insurance processes, including pre-authorization, insurance verification, medical terminology, CPT codes and ICD-9/ ICD-10 coding preferred
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, coworkers, and the public
Strong communication, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding work environment
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to achieving high levels of patient satisfaction
Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA compliance at all times
Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information
Team-oriented mindset, flexibility, and a willingness to learn
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer systems

Front Desk Receptionist Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly:

Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment
Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell
Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing
Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments

Front Desk Receptionist Benefits Offered:

Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Employee Discount Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays

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