Medical Receptionist

University Radiology; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University Radiology Group is opening a new Lyndhurst location in February 2027 and seeks 3 Full Time Medical Receptionists to cover morning to late afternoon shifts. Responsibilities include greeting patients, checking in with two identifiers, updating demographics, verifying insurance, and collecting payments.

Qualified candidates have medical front desk experience, strong EHR and Office software skills, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Experience at a medical front desk, including scheduling, check-in, and phones.
• Proficient with EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Understands prior authorization and insurance verification.
• Communicates clearly and courteously in a professional, friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in patients.
• Enter patient data and update demographics in the EHR.
• Verify prescriptions and align with service schedule.
• Collect copays and explain charges; reconcile daily collections.

Skills

Front desk experience

Scheduling

EHR proficiency

Insurance verification

Microsoft Office

Tools

EHR systems

Phone handling

Job description

Overview

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University Radiology, the largest provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in NJ, is comprised of over 200 Board Certified radiologists with advanced U.S.-based training and expertise in all modalities and all subspecialty areas. In operation for more than 60 years, University Radiology staffs, manages and provides preliminary and final subspecialty interpretations and consultative support for hospitals, imaging centers and other medical facilities, and serves as the academic radiology faculty at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Our physicians interpret over 2.1 million radiology procedures per year.

Responsibilities

Come join our University Radiology team at our new Lyndhurst location opening in February 2027. We are looking for 3 Full Time Medical Receptionists to fill the hours below:

Monday - Friday:

7:30am-4:00pm

7:45am-4:15pm

8:00am-4:30pm

Greet and check in patients

• Welcome patients and visitors warmly, in person and by phone.
• Check patients in using two identifiers, notify clinicians of arrivals, and update patients on wait times.
• Provide and collect intake forms, consents, and privacy notices.

Confirm/enter patient demographic information

• Verify and update name, date of birth, contact details, emergency contact, and insurance at every visit.
• Enter new patient data accurately in the EHR or practice management system, and scan photo ID and insurance cards.
• Flag coverage changes or eligibility issues, and protect patient confidentiality per HIPAA.

Validate the appointment against the prescription

• Confirm the prescription is complete, signed, unexpired, and matches the scheduled service, provider, and visit frequency.
• Check authorized visit limits and any prior authorization or referral requirements.
• Flag discrepancies to the clinician or referring office, and scan the prescription into the record.

Collect payments in accordance with payment policies

• Collect copays, deductibles, balances, and self-pay fees at the time of service.
• Explain charges and payment options, process payments, and provide receipts.
• Reconcile daily collections and apply policies consistently.

Qualifications

• Experience at a medical front desk, including scheduling, check-in, and phones.
• Proficient with EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Understands prior authorization and insurance verification.
• Communicates clearly and courteously in a professional, friendly manner.

Benefits

University Radiology offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and life insurance, 401k/pension, and profit-sharing plans, generous paid time off policy and more.

Pay Range:

From $20/hr

Join our growing team!

University Radiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.