FRONT DESK

Marion Eye Centers; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discounts on eyewear and serv

Job summary

Marion Eye Center in Carbondale, IL is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to be the first contact for patients, handling check-in/check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and payments.

You will support clinicians and optical staff, maintain records and HIPAA compliance, and ensure a welcoming, organized reception area in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous medical office or front desk experience preferred, ophthalmology or optometry experience a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills: experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors in a courteous, professional manner.
• Check patients in and out, confirm appointments, and update demographic and insurance information in the practice management system.
• Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments for exams, procedures, and optical services.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations as needed.
• Collect co-pays, balances, and other payments; issue receipts and maintain accurate cash logs.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls; take detailed messages and ensure prompt follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and Marion Eye Center policies.
• Assist with scanning, filing, and maintaining patient records.
• Support doctors, technicians, and optical staff with patient flow to ensure an efficient schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Multitasking

HIPAA basics

EHR experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Carbondale, IL 62901
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Front Desk Receptionist – Marion Eye Center

Location: Crabondale
Position Type: Full-Time / On-Site

Position Summary

The Front Desk Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients at Marion Eye Center. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming, professional, and efficient environment by managing patient check-in and check-out, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting payments, and assisting the clinical and optical teams with day-to-day administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors in a courteous, professional manner.
• Check patients in and out, confirm appointments, and update demographic and insurance information in the practice management system.
• Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments for exams, procedures, and optical services.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations as needed.
• Collect co-pays, balances, and other payments; issue receipts and maintain accurate cash logs.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls; take detailed messages and ensure prompt follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and Marion Eye Center policies.
• Assist with scanning, filing, and maintaining patient records.
• Support doctors, technicians, and optical staff with patient flow to ensure an efficient schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous medical office or front desk experience preferred, ophthalmology or optometry experience a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills: experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Work Environment

• Clinic setting across Southern Illinois locations.
• Frequent interaction with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and move between exam rooms and the front office as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee discounts on eyewear and services