Front Desk Receptionist (Dermatology) | Norfolk, VA

Anne Arundel Dermatology; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Short‑term & long‑term disability, Vol

Company provided Basic Life/AD&D

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement Savings account

Employee discount on cosmetic services

Job summary

Anne Arundel Dermatology in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Front Desk Receptionist to support patient check‑in/out, scheduling, and payments in a busy dermatology practice.

The role requires delivering exceptional patient service, accurate data entry, and cross‑functional teamwork across front desk and clinical staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of customer-facing experience required.
• 1-3 years as Medical Receptionist in a clinical setting preferred.
• Dermatology experience preferred.
• EMR/EHR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Screen calls, schedule appointments, and coordinate referrals.
• Take accurate and concise phone messages.
• Enter complete patient demographics when scheduling appointments.
• Review patient charts to ensure required information and signatures are complete.
• Check patients in and out.
• Monitor patients in the reception area and communicate as needed.
• Collect patient payments.
• Update product inventory and fulfill inventory orders.
• Run end-of-day reports and balance payment totals when assigned closing duties.
• Distribute incoming reports and correspondence to patient charts.
• Ensure phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental communications are addressed in a timely manner.
• Treat patients with dignity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Assist other staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

HIPAA knowledge

EMR/EHR experience

Multi-line phones

Teamwork

Flexibility to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years customer service

1-3 years Medical Receptionist experience

Dermatology experience preferred

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring a Front Desk Receptionist to join our outpatient dermatology practice in Norfolk, VA. This role plays an important part in creating a positive patient experience while supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the office, including patient check‑in and check‑out, scheduling, payments, insurance information, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Why join Anne Arundel Dermatology?

At Anne Arundel Dermatology we give exceptional care - to our patients and to each other. We are committed to continual training and education for our physicians and staff. We are on top of the latest developments in dermatology including ongoing research, emerging treatments, new medications and prevention methods. You can find more than just a job with Anne Arundel Dermatology. We believe in providing our new associates with intensive hands‑on training and long‑term career growth opportunities from within.

Founded 50+ years ago with a mission to provide the highest quality and full spectrum of medical, surgical, and esthetic skin care services to each and every one of its patients, Anne Arundel Dermatology has assembled the finest group of dermatologists in the Mid‑Atlantic and southeastern states. With 300+ clinicians and 110+ locations in 7 states, we’re thriving, growing, and looking to add talented individuals to our team!

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Greet patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Screen calls, schedule appointments, and coordinate referrals.
• Take accurate and concise phone messages.
• Enter complete patient demographics when scheduling appointments.
• Review patient charts to ensure required information and signatures are complete.
• Check patients in and out.
• Monitor patients in the reception area and communicate with them as needed.
• Collect patient payments.
• Update product inventory and fulfill inventory orders.
• Run end‑of‑day reports and balance payment totals when assigned closing duties.
• Distribute incoming reports and correspondence to patient charts.
• Ensure phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental communications are addressed in a timely manner.
• Treat patients with dignity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Assist other staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA standards.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) preferred.
• Comfortable using multi‑line phone systems and standard office equipment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel to and provide coverage at nearby practice locations as needed.

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You:

• Enjoy creating a welcoming and positive experience for patients.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and team members.
• Work well in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Are proactive, dependable, and willing to jump in where needed.
• Take pride in accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.

Licensure/Certifications/Education

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a customer‑facing or customer service role required.
• 1‑3 years of recent experience as a Medical Receptionist in a clinical or surgical setting preferred.
• Previous dermatology experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, some standing, stooping and reaching.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard.
• Correctable vision to 20/20 and hearing within a normal range for telephone contacts.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.

Benefits are offered to employees working 30+ hours per week:

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance – effective 1st of the month after date of start
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, Voluntary life (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity – Effective the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings account
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products