Front Office Receptionist

E.N.T. Specialty Partners; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Southlake Clinic - Southlake, TX 76092Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: OccasionalJob Shift: DayJob Category: Admin - Clerical

About the Role:

As the Front Desk Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for patients, creating a warm and welcoming experience while managing essential administrative duties. Key responsibilities include checking patients in and out, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, processing point-of-service collections, and supporting daily front desk operations. You will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized reception area.

What You'll Do:

• Greet and check in patients; ensure timely patient flow.
• Manage multiple phone lines and scheduling systems.
• Receive referrals and contact patients for scheduling.
• Provide patients with visit information, estimated charges, and required documentation.
• Verify patient ID and insurance; assist with forms and billing questions.
• Collect and record payments (copays, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances).
• Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and demographics.
• Keep reception and waiting areas clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Assist patients in distress and monitor the waiting area for safety.
• Contribute to team efforts by performing additional tasks, as requested.
• Responsibilities may evolve, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities may evolve to meet the changing needs of the clinic and support overall team success.

Qualifications Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; prior experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, active listening, and time management skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong customer service skills with proficiency in office software (e.g., MS Office, Teams) and scheduling systems.

Behavioral Expectations:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude, compassionate care, professionalism, confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork.
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, adapt to change, and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations:

• On-site, clinical office setting.
• Monday-Friday, daytime schedule; occasional after-hours meetings may be required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, move throughout the office as needed, and perform light lifting; manual dexterity required for frequent computer and phone use.