Bilingual Medical Receptionist

Soni Family Practice, PLLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and rapidly expanding clinic is on the lookout for a dedicated Clinic Receptionist to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the front desk, managing patient registrations, and providing essential administrative support. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent organizational skills, and have a friendly demeanor to greet patients and visitors. In this exciting position, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient experiences while working collaboratively with healthcare professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to a compassionate healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a medical background preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and ensure accurate information is obtained.
• Manage front desk operations and provide clerical support.
• Verify insurance information and collect payments.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of medical background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary:

Our innovative and rapidly expanding company is seeking experienced candidates for the position of Clinic Receptionist. If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please review the following list of responsibilities and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Registers patients and ensures that complete and accurate information is obtained.
• Accountable for the efficient operation of the front desk and reception function for a clinic department.
• Provides a variety of administrative and clerical support to facilitate the smooth operation of the clinic or department.
• Answer phone with multiple lines.
• Greet and direct patients and visitors to the clinic.
• Collect and record payments such as co-pays or balance.
• Ability to manage heavy call traffic quickly and accurately on multi-incoming and outgoing lines.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and privacy requirements.
• Check in and check out patients.
• Verify insurance information.
• Coordinates and schedules services for patients and providers.
• Manages office supplies as needed.
• Monitors visitor access and issues passes when required.
• Receive/transfer patient records and record filing system.
• Verify patient demographic information and accurately enter the same into computer system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be detail-oriented, possess the ability to multi-task/problem solve, and be open to cross-functional training.
• Exercise proper phone etiquette and navigate computer software systems proficiently.
• Be team-oriented and work well with patients, colleagues, physicians, and other personnel in a professional and courteous manner.
• Have exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks quickly.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD coding preferred.

Qualifications:

1. 1-2 years of medical background.
2. High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred).
3. Previous experience as a medical receptionist (Preferred).
4. Knowledge of medical terminology (1 year preferred).
5. Some experience with Outlook, and Microsoft office.
6. Bilingual (Spanish and English preferred).

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
• Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
• Occasional travel for clinic activities may be required.

The information listed above is not comprehensive of all duties/responsibilities performed. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.