Medical Receptionist - Relief

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 25,278 - 30,968; Part time

Job summary

A community health center in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Relief Medical Receptionist to manage patient interactions and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and possess strong customer service skills. The role offers a pay range of $18.35-$22.48 per hour depending on experience, with additional pay for bilingual skills.

Qualifications

• One year's experience as a receptionist in a clinic is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology & healthcare billing insurance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Handle phone calls, greet patients, manage logs, and provide translation services.
• Collect patient data and maintain records.
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, assist with billing, and respond to patient inquiries.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Customer service

Ability to multitask

Professional interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join our team as a Relief Medical Receptionist at Mirasol Family Health Center in Hermiston, OR. Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon.

We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

What We Offer

• $18.35-$22.48/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills

What You’ll Do:

• Handle phone calls, greet patients, manage logs, and provide translation services
• Collect patient data and maintain records
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, assist with billing, and respond to patient inquiries
• Maintain cash box and complete other assigned tasks

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• One year's experience as a receptionist in a clinic is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 9
• Ability to prioritize work and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, with frequent interruptions
• Ability to professionally interact with patients, Providers, and staff
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology & healthcare billing insurance is desired
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Our Mission Statement: Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being. Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at [e-mail] to learn more about this opportunity!