Medical Receptionist

humana; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off & holidays

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Humana’s CenterWell Senior Primary Care is seeking a Medical Receptionist to manage front desk operations, greet patients, schedule appointments, and support the medical team with administrative tasks. You will handle patient records in EMR/CRM systems, accept copays, answer inquiries, and ensure a welcoming, organized reception area.

Ideal candidates have 1 year+ healthcare experience or strong customer service background, excellent communication, multitasking ability, and a personable,

Qualifications

• 1 year or more of experience in a healthcare setting preferred but strong customer service background welcomed.
• Must be passionate about contributing to patient experiences and care.
• Excellent customer service and phone etiquette.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of EMR/CRM systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors professionally in person and over the phone.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments with medical staff.
• Maintain and update patient records in EMR/CRM systems, ensuring confidentiality.
• Handle patient inquiries and provide general information.
• Keep the reception area tidy, stocked, and organized.
• Assist with ordering supplies and other administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Become a part of our caring community

The Medical Receptionist is responsible for the front desk operations of a healthcare facility. This role involves greeting patients, scheduling appointments, handling inquiries, and maintaining patient records. The Medical Receptionist ensures smooth and welcoming experience for patients and supports the medical team with various administrative tasks.

The Medical Receptionist is responsible for welcoming patients and offering administrative support within a physician practice or center. This may include the following responsibilities:

• Greeting Patients: Welcome patients and visitors professionally, both in person and over the phone.
• Scheduling Appointments: Manage appointment calendars, schedule patient visits, and coordinate with medical staff to optimize schedules.
• Patient Records: Maintain and update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Works in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Billing and Payments: Ensure patient accounts are updated correctly. May include collecting copay at time of visit.
• Inquiries and Communication: Answer incoming calls, respond to patient inquiries, and provide general information.
• Office Management: Ensure the reception area is tidy, sanitized, and well-stocked with necessary materials.
• Administrative Support: Assist with other administrative tasks as needed, such as ordering supplies, managing office inventory, and sending courier packages.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• 1 year or more of experience working in a Healthcare setting preferred, but will consider candidates with a strong Customer Service background in Retail Hospitality, Call Centers, etc.
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving patient experiences and care
• Excellent customer service and phone etiquette- Team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and highly organized
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Value-based care model experience
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Experience with EMR Systems (Electronic Medical Records)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Additional Information: This role is considered patient-facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$38,000 - $45,800 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about