Coordinator, Front Desk

Cano Health; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Cano Health is seeking a Front Desk Coordinator to serve as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, and callers. You will perform patient intake, insurance verification, appointment scheduling and data entry to support a high-quality patient experience.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, updating EMR data, collecting payments, coordinating translations, and assisting with portal enrollment. Strong communication and healthcare office experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a healthcare or medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical insurance, Medicaid/Medicare, and EMR systems preferred.
• BLS Certification preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, maintain a welcoming front desk environment.
• Verify demographics and insurance in the EMR and ensure accurate data entry.
• Collect co-pays and coinsurance and reconcile daily financials.
• Schedule a variety of appointments and manage patient flow across clinics.
• Coordinate translation services and patient portal enrollment.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR (eCW)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

It's rewarding to be on a team of people that truly believe in making an impact!We are committed to building the best primary care environment for patients and are seeking healthcare enthusiasts to join us.Job SummaryThe Front Desk Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, and callers at the clinic. This role is responsible for providing exceptional customer service while performing a range of administrative, clerical, and data entry duties, including patient intake, insurance verification, and appointment scheduling. The Coordinator ensures smooth front-desk operations and supports the clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesAdministrative ResponsibilitiesPatient Intake and OnboardingCreate new patient profiles in the EMR system.Conduct welcome calls and schedule initial appointments.Mail welcome packages to new patients.Obtain required annual consents and patient signatures.Encourage and assist patients with Patient Portal enrollment.Coordinate translation services as needed (e.g., Propia app).Scheduling and Visit ManagementGreet patients and visitors warmly, creating a welcoming and professional environmentAddress patients concerns or complaints and escalate issues appropriatelySchedule a variety of appointments (e.g., TOC, AWVs, sick visits, in-house services).Master scheduling workflows, including same-day visit protocols.Follow all scheduling guidelines; act as the “Pit Boss” of the schedule.Obtain Health Center Manager approval for scheduling exceptions (e.g., double-booking).Assist with appointment confirmation calls and transportation scheduling.Reschedule all no-shows within 24 hours.Update visit status types in the EMR (eCW) promptly.Support scheduling for special events (e.g., mammogram and DRE campaigns).Data Accuracy & System ProficiencyPerform demographic verification during patient check-in.Ensure accurate entry of demographics, insurance, and Patient Hub information.Scan and file all documents and ID photos correctly.eFile documents within 48 hours of receipt.Monitor fax inbox for incoming clinical documents.Clear Jellybean inboxes daily.Insurance and Financial TransactionsDocument insurance verification results in the EMR.Collect co-payments and coinsurance in accordance with policy.Run and reconcile end-of-day financial reports.Outbound Communications and Follow-upMake outbound calls to support care initiatives (e.g., AWVs, HEDIS screenings).Follow up with patients within 3–7 days post-discharge to confirm TOC appointments.Confirm follow-up appointments and ensure referral coordination at check-out.Phone OperationsAnswer and route incoming calls appropriately.Take messages, assist callers, and properly document/disposition each call.Respond to inquiries in person, over the phone and via email with professionalism and accuracyAdditional Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupports operations, patient/client experience, and communication at the center level.Keep the front desk, lobby and patient facing areas clean, organized and well stocked Monitor and request office supplies as necessaryComplete other duties at the discretion of management," or "Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor or manager.Education & ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent required.Minimum of one (1) year experience in a healthcare or medical office setting.Knowledge of medical insurance, Medicaid/Medicare, and EMR systems preferred.BLS Certification, be able to respond to medical emergencies (Preferred)Training in gait support, proper lifting techniques, and ADA compliance.Microsoft Office Suite: Power BI, Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint.Education RequirementsRequired/PreferredEducation LevelDisciplineRequiredHigh School DiplomaKnowledge, Skills & ProficienciesMicrosoft Office Suite: Power BI, Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint.Strong communication and customer service skills.Detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy.Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.Technical proficiency in all required systems and software tools.Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system (e.g., eCW) – Superuser level.Call Center Communications system - (Ring Central)Transportation scheduling software (e.g., TripMaster).Oracle (Expenses).Health Plan, Specialist, and Diagnostic Center Portals.HR platform (e.g., Workday).Availity and other insurance/eligibility portals.Alarm and security monitoring systems.Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.Cano.Net ticketing system.IncentiveThis position is eligible to receive a performance bonus each calendar year based upon the Company’s achievement of certain financial targets and the achievement of metrics relevant to your position.BenefitsAt Cano Health, we are convinced that our success comes from our amazing team of associates. Our commitment is to offer you an exclusive associate benefit package, which is competitive and affordable, to help you take care of yourself and your family. Our plans include medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, company holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many more.Job RequirementsPhysical RequirementsThis position works under usual office conditions. The associate is required to work at a personal computer as well as be on the phone for extended periods of time. Must be able to stand, sit, walk and occasionally climb. Physical demands include ability to lift up to 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work ConditionsMust be able to perform essential functions such as typing, standing, sitting, stooping, and occasionally climbingTravel RequiredAmount of Expected TravelDetailsYes0-25%Flexibility to travel to clinical sites as neededTools & Equipment UsedComputer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual office equipment.DisclaimerThe duties and responsibilities described above are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time. Cano Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Join our team that is making a difference!Please see Cano Health’s Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work post here