Medical Receptionist - Full Time - Gastroenterology

Griffin Hospital; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Health in Derby, Connecticut, is seeking a Medical Receptionist for the gastroenterology department. The role provides office coverage, coordinates activities, offers clerical support, and enters charges and payments.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma and at least five years of experience in a medical office, with knowledge of medical terminology, transcription, credentialing, billing/bookkeeping, and insurance plans.

Qualifications

• Medical terminology knowledge required.
• Experience with billing and bookkeeping in a medical office.
• Credentialing and insurance plans familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide office coverage for outpatient gastroenterology practice, coordinating all office activities and providing clerical support.
• Enter charges and payments.
• May float to other Griffin Health locations as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Billing & bookkeeping

Credentialing

Insurance knowledge

Transcription

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Medical Receptionist - Full Time - Gastroenterology

Job Category : Administrative/Clerical

Requisition Number : MEDIC005917

• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Griffin Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby, Connecticut, dedicated to person-centered, high-quality care for over 130,000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospital—a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree International’s flagship facility—Griffin Health emphasizes kindness, respect, and active patient engagement.

Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and social responsibility, Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospital” list for the last 5 consecutive years, LOWN Institute’s top state ranking for outcomes, and Becker’s “100 Best Community Hospitals” designation, as well as Fortune'sMagazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". The organization fosters a supportive, wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess, empowering caregivers to thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. Through innovation, community outreach, health education, and food-security initiatives, Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves.

Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation.

MAIN FUNCTION: Provides office coverage for outpatient practice sites by: coordinating all office activities; providing clerical support; and serving as office receptionist. Enters charges and payments.

*Additional responsibilities as needed.

*Required to float to other GFP offices/locations based on business need.

EDUCATION: High School diploma required; some college preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Five years experience in a medical office environment including a working knowledge of medical terminology, transcription, credentialing, billing/bookkeeping, insurance plans etc.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Five years experience in a medical office environment including a working knowledge of medical terminology, transcription, credentialing, billing/bookkeeping, insurance plans etc.

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