Medical Receptionist

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid holidays

401(k)/Retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is seeking a full-time Receptionist for its Lynnwood Medical Clinic. The role involves processing patient information, managing appointments, and delivering excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should have one year of experience in a medical environment, strong communication skills, and proficiency in basic office software.

Sea Mar offers a supportive work environment with an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Process patient information and make medical appointments.
• Contact patients via phone on behalf of Sea Mar.
• Maintain high professionalism and multi-tasking skills.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Basic office software

Customer service

Organizational skills

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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, or sexual orientation, and regardless of 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.

Sea Mar is hiring a full-time Receptionist for our Lynnwood Medical Clinic. The receptionist will be responsible for processing patient information, making medical appointments and contacting patients via phone on behalf of Sea Mar, taking messages. The ideal candidate must possess some problem‑solving skills and be able to communicate efficiently with our patients and be sensitive to their needs. Must demonstrate and maintain a high level of work ethic and professionalism as well as be able to multi‑task and properly use basic office software.

Position Summary

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID‑19 and flu vaccine organization.

Education and/or Requirements

• Minimum one-year experience in a medical setting.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, computer, and typing skills required.
• Excellent verbal, customer service, and written skills necessary.
• Good organizational skills are a must.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish, but not required.

What We Offer

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job; it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For full‑time employees working 30 hours or more, we offer an excellent benefit package:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid‑time‑off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid holidays

We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Perla Martinez, Front Office Supervisor, at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 9/19/2024. External candidates considered after 9/24/2024. This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html.