Job Purpose
To manage the hospital's front desk operations, provide a welcoming experience to patients and visitors, handle patient enquiries, coordinate appointments, and ensure smooth communication between patients and hospital departments.
Role & responsibilities
- Patient Reception & Assistance
Welcome patients, attendants and visitors professionally.
- Guide patients regarding OPD, IPD, diagnostic services and other hospital facilities.
- Handle patient enquiries and provide accurate information.
- Appointment Management
- Schedule, confirm and manage doctor appointments.
- Coordinate with doctors and respective departments regarding consultations.
- Maintain appointment records and manage patient flow.
- Registration & Documentation
- Register new and existing patients in the hospital information system (HIS).
- Verify patient details and maintain accurate records.
- Assist with OPD registration, admission and discharge-related formalities.
- Telephone & Communication
- Handle incoming and outgoing calls professionally.
- Transfer calls to the concerned departments.
- Respond to patient queries and coordinate with internal teams.
- Patient Coordination
- Coordinate with Billing,Nursing, OPD, IPD and other departments.
- Ensure minimum waiting time and smooth patient movement.
- Handle patient complaints and escalating issues to the concerned authority.
- Front Office Operations
- Maintain daily registers, reports and records.
- Ensure the reception area remains clean and organized.
- Follow hospital policies, patient confidentiality and service standards.
Required Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good telephone etiquette and customer service skills.
- Basic computer knowledge (MS Office).
- Knowledge of hospital software / HIS will be preferred.
- Patient handling and problem-solving abilities.Professional grooming and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work in rotational shifts.
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Qualification: Graduate in any discipline.
- Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare front office preferred.