Medical/Dental Receptionist

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

EAP

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Mount Vernon is seeking a full-time Receptionist to greet visitors, schedule appointments, and manage patient information with care and accuracy. The role emphasizes clear communication, multitasking, and professional conduct in a busy clinical setting.

You will work with Windows, Word, Excel, and typing, with English/Spanish bilingual abilities preferred. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a supportive, culturally

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year of experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred).
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and typing.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Process patient information and maintain accurate records.
• Schedule medical appointments and coordinate patient visits.
• Communicate with patients via phone, email, or in-person to confirm appointments, take messages, and address inquiries.
• Handle multiple tasks concurrently using basic office software (Windows, Word, Excel).
• Maintain a high level of work ethic, professionalism, and sensitivity to patient needs.

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Multitasking

Windows OS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Typing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community‑based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services.

Position Summary

Full‑time Receptionist at Mount Vernon Medical and Dental Clinic. The incumbent will process patient information, schedule medical appointments, and communicate with patients via phone, email, or in‑person to confirm appointments, take messages, and address inquiries. The role requires strong problem‑solving skills, effective communication, high work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to multitask using basic office software.

Key Responsibilities

• Process patient information and maintain accurate records.
• Schedule medical appointments and coordinate patient visits.
• Communicate with patients via phone, email, or in‑person to confirm appointments, take messages, and address inquiries.
• Handle multiple tasks concurrently using basic office software (Windows, Word, Excel).
• Maintain a high level of work ethic, professionalism, and sensitivity to patient needs.

Education and Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year of experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred).
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and typing.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off: 24 days per year plus 10 holidays.
• 401(k)/retirement plan.
• Opportunity for advancement in a culturally diverse environment.

Additional Information

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID‑19 and flu vaccine organization. This position is represented by the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals are welcomed regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay.