Job Purpose
The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient reception experience. This role involves managing patient check-ins, handling inquiries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate records. The receptionist plays a crucial role in promoting a positive image of the polyclinic and ensuring smooth administrative operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Reception and Check-In:
- Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
- Verify patient information and complete check-in procedures
- Inform patients of waiting times and provide necessary information
- Appointment Scheduling:
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments
- Manage the appointment calendar to optimize the utilization of clinical services
- Notify patients of any changes to their scheduled appointments
- Patient Inquiries and Communication:
- Handle incoming calls and respond to patient inquiries
- Provide information about services, policies, and procedures
- Direct patients and visitors to the appropriate departments or personnel
- Record Management:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Process patient registration forms and update information as needed
- Ensure confidentiality and security of patient information
- Billing and Payments:
- Collect payments for services rendered and issue receipts
- Assist patients with billing inquiries and insurance claims
- Maintain accurate records of financial transactions
- Administrative Support:
- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, e-mails and communications, and photocopying
- Support the Admin Manager and other staff with special projects and tasks
- Maintain a clean and organized reception area
- Quality and Compliance:
- Adhere to healthcare and organizational regulations, standards, and protocols, especially regarding patient confidentiality and data protection
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of front-desk services
- Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols in the reception and waiting areas
Professional Development:
- Stay updated on administrative best practices and clinic procedures
- Participate in any required training programs and professional development activities
Qualifications
- Relevant educational degree; additional qualifications in healthcare administration or customer service are a plus
- Minimal 1 to 2 experience as a receptionist or in a customer service role, in a healthcare polyclinic
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in using office software and patient management systems
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Experience with scheduling systems, patient management software, or electronic health records (EHR)
- Experience with the health insurance processes, roles and regulations
Key Competencies:
- Customer Service Orientation
- Effective Communication
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Empathy and Compassion
Working Conditions
- Environment:
- Work is performed in a clinic or healthcare setting, primarily at the reception desk
- Hours:
- Full-time position with varying shifts, including weekends and holidays when needed