Patient Care Front Desk Specialist

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc; Hughson (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumira Healthcare in Hughson, CA is seeking a Medical Receptionist responsible for delivering outstanding front-desk service and patient intake. You will greet patients, register new arrivals, verify insurance, collect payments, and manage appointments with the EHR system.

The role requires at least 2 years in a medical office, strong communication, organization, and HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information. This is a full-time, on-site position with a patient-focused culture.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of medical office experience or similar setting.
• Experience with EHR and HIPAA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and patients with a warm welcome.
• Register new patients according to procedures.
• Verify insurance eligibility or self-pay amounts.
• Enter patient demographics and visit information into EHR.
• Answer calls professionally and manage scheduling and recalls.
• Balance cash and process payments daily.
• Provide front office support at LCH sites as needed.
• Ensure patient privacy per HIPAA guidelines.
• Assist with program enrollment and patient inquiries.
• Maintain a clean, organized reception area.

Skills

Customer service

Active listening

Verbal & written communication

Organized

Basic office skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team player

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Practice Management System

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Lumira Healthcare in Hughson, CA is seeking a Medical Receptionist responsible for delivering outstanding front-desk service and patient intake. You will greet patients, register new arrivals, verify insurance, collect payments, and manage appointments with the EHR system.

The role requires at least 2 years in a medical office, strong communication, organization, and HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information. This is a full-time, on-site position with a patient-focused culture.