Medical Receptionist

Actalent; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Medical Receptionist in Portsmouth, NH to support front desk operations and clinical workflow. The role handles patient check-in, scheduling, insurance verification, and EHR documentation, ensuring a welcoming and efficient patient experience.

Typical duties include managing appointment flow, maintaining the waiting area, and assisting with supplies and cosmetics inventory. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week contract-to-hire position with 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• 1–2 years medical office experience preferred.
• Proficient with basic computer functions and EHR systems.
• Strong customer service and patient-centered care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to operate standard office equipment.
• Typing speed of 40 WPM preferred.
• Able to multi-task in a busy front desk environment.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the clinic and prepare front desk for patient flow.
• Greet patients, check them in, and verify insurance information.
• Scan and upload documents to the EHR, maintain patient files.
• Keep waiting area and reception tidy throughout the day.
• Monitor and adjust appointment schedules for changes and no-shows.
• Schedule follow-up appointments for continuity of care.
• Respond to tasks and messages in the EHR promptly.
• Order and track clinic office supplies to ensure inventory.
• Sell and track cosmetic products and inventory.
• Distribute mail and manage outgoing mail as needed.
• Prepare for the next day’s appointments with needed documents.

Skills

Front desk experience

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Typing 40 WPM

Learn software quickly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Job Title: Medical ReceptionistJob Description

The Medical Receptionist provides front desk and administrative support in a clinical setting, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for patients. This role manages patient check-in and scheduling, maintains accurate electronic health records, supports office supply and product tracking, and contributes to the overall organization and efficiency of the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening and closing duties for the clinic, ensuring the front desk and waiting area are prepared for patient flow.

• Greet patients in a professional and friendly manner, check them in for appointments, and verify insurance information accurately.

• Scan and upload documents into the electronic health record system, maintaining complete and accurate patient files.

• Maintain tidiness and organization of the waiting area and reception counter throughout the day.

• Monitor appointment schedules during the day, including added, canceled, and no-show appointments, and adjust as needed.

• Schedule follow-up appointments as needed, ensuring patients receive appropriate continuity of care.

• Respond promptly and accurately to designated tasks and messages in the electronic health record system.

• Order and track clinic office supplies to ensure adequate inventory and smooth daily operations.

• Sell and track cosmetic products, maintaining accurate records of inventory and transactions.

• Distribute incoming mail to appropriate recipients and manage outgoing mail as needed.

• Prepare for the next day’s scheduled appointments, including reviewing schedules and organizing necessary documentation.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1-2 years of recent medical office experience or experience in a similar capacity (preferred).

• Proficiency in basic computer functions.

• Ability to learn new software quickly, including electronic health record systems.

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on patient-centered care.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

• Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute (preferred).

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and manage a busy front desk environment.

• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to respond positively to constructive feedback and direction.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior medical experience and familiarity with medical office workflows.

• Experience at a front desk or in a customer-facing role.

• Demonstrated professional appearance and manner at all times.

• Friendly, cheerful, tactful, and polite demeanor when interacting with patients, visitors, and colleagues.

• Compassionate and caring approach when dealing with others.

• Knowledge of or exposure to histology is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM. The role is based in a clinical setting at the front desk and waiting area, using electronic health record software, standard office equipment, and basic computer applications throughout the day. The environment is fast-paced and patient-focused, requiring a professional appearance, courteous interactions, and a calm, organized approach to managing multiple tasks. The Medical Receptionist works closely with clinical and administrative staff to support efficient operations and a positive experience for every patient.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portsmouth, NH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,NH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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