Medical Front Desk Receptionist

New York Health; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance day 1

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401k Plan

PTO

8 paid holidays

Job summary

New York Health (NYH) – Primary Care in Ronkonkoma, NY, is seeking a Medical Front Desk Receptionist. The role includes opening/closing procedures, greeting patients, scheduling appointments, managing co-pays, and maintaining EMR records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with two years of patient-facing experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with EMR systems. The position offers 4/10 hour shifts Tue-Fri with an off day Monday, and benefits begin on day 1.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with at least 2 years of patient-facing reception experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to accept direction and work within a team concept.
• Strong customer service skills.
• 1yr of an EMR experience-Preferred

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the daily opening and closing procedures of the office.
• Welcome all patients and visitors by greeting them in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Assist in comforting patients and maintaining reception area.
• Answer telephones; respond to inquiries; resolve issues; schedule patient appointments.
• Collect co pays and balance total finances of the office on a daily basis.
• Assist patients with the completion of all necessary forms and documentation.
• Build and maintain patient records through the use of the practice EMR system.
• Build, monitor and maintain physician schedules according to suggested scheduling rubrics.
• Assist with the daily distribution of quality assurance surveys and prevention screenings.
• Monitor and respond to incoming messages from Care Team inboxes in collaboration with nurse.
• Monitor daily visit lists to ensure all patients who require appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Protect patient privacy by adhering to the HIPAA confidentiality guidelines.
• Contribute to a team effort by smoothly transitioning into other related daily roles, as necessary.
• Maintain daily operations of the office by following standard policies and procedures
• Perform tasks as assigned for special projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Patient-facing reception

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

At New York Health (NYH), we are revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals works collaboratively to provide comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of patient wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to personalized care, NYH is setting a new standard for healthcare in our communities. Join us and become a part of our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based practices that empower patients on their healthcare journeys.

Job Description

Medical Front Desk Receptionist

Location: Ronkonkoma, NY

Hours: 4/10 hr shifts Tue-Fri, RDO Mon (between 7:30am-7pm)

Organization: New York Health (NYH)-Primary Care

In This Role, You Will

• Be responsible for the daily opening and closing procedures of the office.
• Welcome all patients and visitors by greeting them in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Assist in comforting patients and maintaining reception area.
• Answer telephones; respond to inquiries; resolve issues; schedule patient appointments.
• Collect co pays and balance total finances of the office on a daily basis.
• Assist patients with the completion of all necessary forms and documentation.
• Build and maintain patient records through the use of the practice EMR system.
• Build, monitor and maintain physician schedules according to suggested scheduling rubrics.
• Assist with the daily distribution of quality assurance surveys and prevention screenings.
• Monitor and respond to incoming messages from Care Team inboxes in collaboration with nurse.
• Monitor daily visit lists to ensure all patients who require appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Protect patient privacy by adhering to the HIPAA confidentiality guidelines.
• Contribute to a team effort by smoothly transitioning into other related daily roles, as necessary.
• Maintain daily operations of the office by following standard policies and procedures
• Perform tasks as assigned for special projects.

We Require

• High School diploma with at least 2 years of patient facing reception experience
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to accept direction and work within a team concept
• Strong customer service skills.
• 1yr of an EMR experience-Preferred

What We Offer

Salary: Starting at $22 per hour

Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, PTO, 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Join us at NYH, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

Visit our website at: Nyhealth.com

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New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*