Dermatology Receptionist & Scheduling Coordinator

Optima Dermatology; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dermatology Center of Indiana in Plainfield, IN seeks a medical receptionist to handle front-desk duties, scheduling, insurance validation, and patient communications. The role involves answering phones, data entry, and coordinating with the Benefits Department to support a full patient schedule.

This position requires a high school diploma and 1–3 years of secretarial/clerical experience, with strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefers 1–3 years of secretarial or general clerical experience.
• Healthcare experience is desirable.
• Computer skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone and perform general administrative duties.
• Schedule appointments and procedures.
• Validate patients’ insurance coverage.
• Make pre-op calls and check authorizations.
• Confirm upcoming appointments and maintain the schedule.
• Greet patients and families on arrival.
• Maintain petty cash with Benefits Department.
• Collect co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance.
• Perform charge entry with Benefits Department.
• Complete end-of-day activities.
• Handle mail and organize for supervisor.
• Keep front office and lobby neat.
• Obtain signatures for invoice payments when needed.
• Respond to requests for medical record information.
• Perform transcription and data entry as needed.
• Maintain stock for front office and coffee room.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Medical terminology

Creativity

Math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Data entry software

Job description

The Dermatology Center of Indiana in Plainfield, IN seeks a medical receptionist to handle front-desk duties, scheduling, insurance validation, and patient communications. The role involves answering phones, data entry, and coordinating with the Benefits Department to support a full patient schedule.

This position requires a high school diploma and 1–3 years of secretarial/clerical experience, with strong computer skills.