Bilingual Medical Receptionist: Scheduling & Front Desk

Public Health Management Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Philadelphia is seeking a Medical Receptionist to perform essential front desk functions at community-based health centers. The role involves scheduling appointments, handling referrals, and assisting patients. Candidates must speak fluent Spanish and English and have one to two years of experience in a medical office environment. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with knowledge of billing procedures and medical terminology. This position requires flexibility and a pleasant manner.

Qualifications

• Must speak fluent Spanish and English.
• One to two years of experience in a medical office environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all front desk functions in a Primary Care setting.
• Schedule specialty and ancillary appointments.
• Complete Managed Care Referrals.
• Obtain Pre-Certs when needed.
• Daily batching of encounter forms.
• Log referrals in the tracking system.
• Follow up for reports from specialists.
• Arrange transportation when needed for patients.
• Assist patients when needed.
• Review patient charts and encounter forms for completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Billing procedures knowledge

Insurance verification

Medical terminology

Managed Care Plans familiarity

Flexibility

Pleasant manner

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

A healthcare organization in Philadelphia is seeking a Medical Receptionist to perform essential front desk functions at community-based health centers. The role involves scheduling appointments, handling referrals, and assisting patients. Candidates must speak fluent Spanish and English and have one to two years of experience in a medical office environment. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with knowledge of billing procedures and medical terminology. This position requires flexibility and a pleasant manner.