Optical Medical Receptionist

Vision People of Bellmore; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Job summary

Vision People of Bellmore in Patchogue, NY is seeking a friendly, organized ophthalmology front desk receptionist for a full-time, in-person role. You will greet patients, collect medical histories, and assist with scheduling and basic ophthalmic testing to ensure smooth clinic flow.

Ideal candidates have experience with medical office procedures, EHR systems, HIPAA, and strong computer and multitasking skills; Spanish preferred for better patient support.

Qualifications

• Proficient in medical office procedures and patient service.
• Strong clerical and front desk skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical terminology.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to manage multi-line phone systems and maintain medical records.

Responsibilities

• Take patients' medical history.
• Perform ophthalmic tests.
• Check patient eligibility for services.
• Schedule appointments.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Front desk skills

EHR familiarity

HIPAA knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Multiline phones

Education

Optical experience, 1 year

Job description

We are looking for friendly and organized individuals with great people skills to work as a full time medical receptionist. Duties include taking patient's medical history, perform all ophthalmic tests, checking patients eligibility, scheduling of appointments. We are looking for someone who provides excellent customer service, has the ability to multi task and is looking for an opportunity to work for a great company.

Qualifications

• Proficient in medical office procedures and patient service
• Strong clerical and front desk skills
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical terminology
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to manage multi-line phone systems and maintain medical records

Pay: $17.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Optical: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person