Medical Receptionist

Select Medical; St. Louis (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Patient Service Specialist to join their dynamic team. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with patients and support healthcare professionals in a fast-paced outpatient setting. Responsibilities include managing front office tasks, ensuring smooth patient intake, and providing exceptional customer service. With a generous benefits package and a commitment to diversity, this role is perfect for individuals looking to start their career in the medical field. Join a team recognized as one of the 'Top Workplaces' in St. Louis and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short and Long Term Disability

Excellent Orientation Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with basic computer skills.
• Customer service skills essential for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage front office duties including patient intake and scheduling.
• Perform insurance verification and support therapy staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Data Entry

Multitasking

Organization

Education

High School Degree or Diploma

Tools

Word Processing

Fax Machine

Photocopier

Job description

Overview

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Outpatient Division

Patient Service Specialist (PSS) - Creve Coeur, MO

Creve Coeur Sport Center

Entry level position - Pay range $17.50-$21 per hour (based on education and experience)

Full Time - 40 hours - Set Schedule - Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

This administration/front office medical position requires excellent customer service. The Patient Service Specialist (PSS) encompasses all front office duties, including but not limited to: insurance verification, customer service, data entry, scheduling, billing reconciliation, faxing, scanning, communication with doctors, multitasking and organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Greets patients
• Answers phones
• Patient intake and data entry
• Insurance verification and pre-authorization
• Schedules patient appointments
• Operates front office of outpatient centers
• Supports therapists and therapy assistants
• Daily cash balancing and weekly banking deposits

If you have experience in the below you could be a great candidate:

• Office admin
• Receptionist
• Patient Service Representative
• Health care
• Medical field
• Administrative Assistant
• Patient Care Specialist
• Front desk
• Customer Service
• Server
• Retail
• Hotel
• Guest Services
• Office Coordinator
• Great work ethic

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School degree or diploma required
• Basic knowledge of computer skills including but not limited to keyboard familiarity and word processing, office procedures, filing, verbal and written communication skills, fax, photocopy required
• Customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with staff members, supportive personnel, patients, physicians and community members required

Preferred Experience

• One year in medical office setting that required multitasking preferred
• Knowledge of health insurance preferred

Additional Data

*Generous benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Excellent Orientation Program

**We have been recognized numerous times by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the "Top Workplaces" in St. Louis!**

“Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.”