Practice Medical Receptionist

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking a Practice Medical Receptionist to join their team. This role involves performing administrative tasks, scheduling appointments, and providing exceptional customer service to patients. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in a medical setting. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Preferably one-year experience in a medical setting.
• Ability to work independently or in teams.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the link between the health provider, the patient, and other departments.
• Schedules new and follow-up appointments for patients.
• Responds to patient appointments and monitors messages.

Skills

Customer service skills

Telephone etiquette

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EPIC

Job description

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Requisition Number: 9651

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital

Work Days: M-F: 730am-4pm

Category: Clerical and Administrative Support

Department: CHA Bone & Joint Center Cambridge

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 40.00

Union Name: CH Laborers 380

CHA has an expert orthopedics team that understands bones, muscles, and joints. Our services range from injury evaluation to complex surgery, depending on your specific health needs. We believe that our team provides care that meets or exceeds that found in most other Boston-area hospitals. And, as part of a regional healthcare system, we see patients at three convenient Boston-area locations: CHA Medford Orthopedics, Cambridge Hospital, and the CHA Everett Hospital.

Summary

Performs a wide range of administrative and support functions for the department. Acts as the link between the health provider, the patient, and other Alliance departments, outside service agencies and consulting providers. Serves as a primary point of contact for patients and provides excellent customer service through clear communication. - Follows CHA appointment scheduling policies and protocols - Follows special scheduling guidelines such as scheduling for procedures - Schedules new and follow-up appointments for patients within an appropriate time frame. - Collects complete appointment information to identify patient and reason for appointment - Places reminder calls to patients as directed - Notifies patients of schedule/appointment changes in a timely manner. - Responds to patient appointments My chart messages. - Monitors EPIC staff message in-basket as well as CHA email. - Answers telephones promptly and courteously. - Directs all calls to appropriate staff and contacts providers as needed utilizing established call routing guidelines.

Qualifications/Requirements

High School Diploma Preferably one-year experience, preferably in a medical setting Skills: ? Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette ? Demonstrates effective communication skills ? Excellent organizational skills ? Ability to work independently or in teams ? Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment ? Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred ? EPIC experience preferred

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Administrative and Support Services

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