Healthcare Unit Receptionist: Scheduling & Front Desk Expert

Montage Health; California; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Montage Health is seeking a unit receptionist (UR) to manage scheduling and pre-registration for upcoming services, ensuring a smooth patient flow. You will review physician orders, verify insurance, and obtain authorizations for workers’ compensation and state programs, while maintaining accurate data in our systems.

The role requires at least 1 year of clerical healthcare experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel. Per diem hours typically 7:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• 1 year clerical experience in fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Basic understanding of insurance requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to change.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and pre-register patients for upcoming services.
• Review physician orders and coordinate therapy scheduling.
• Verify insurance types and obtain required authorizations.
• Enter accurate data using computer systems and maintain data integrity.
• Keep therapist/physician schedules as full and efficiently arranged.

Skills

Clerical experience

Insurance knowledge

Medical terminology

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Communication skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

G.E.D.

Job description

Montage Health is seeking a unit receptionist (UR) to manage scheduling and pre-registration for upcoming services, ensuring a smooth patient flow. You will review physician orders, verify insurance, and obtain authorizations for workers’ compensation and state programs, while maintaining accurate data in our systems.

The role requires at least 1 year of clerical healthcare experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel. Per diem hours typically 7:30 a.m.