Receptionist - Full Time

Trinityhealth; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Clinic Receptionist to greet patients, manage front desk duties, and support efficient patient flow. You will schedule appointments, handle calls, collect copays, and enter patient data into the EHR with accuracy and confidentiality.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS within three months, plus adherence to Trinity Health's mission and values in daily interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and communicate effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and caring in line with Trinity Health values.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and visitors to the clinic.
• Check-in patients and ensure efficient admitting process.
• Answer and direct phone calls and schedule appointments.
• Collect copays and deductible amounts; obtain patient/insurance information.
• Enter demographics and insurance data into the EHR and other systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Title

Clinic Receptionist

Employment Type

Full time Shift: Day Shift

Job Description Summary

The Receptionist greets and welcomes patients and visitors to the clinic, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor. They are responsible for managing the front desk responsibilities including maintaining patient flow; scheduling appointments; appropriately handling phone calls; validating insurance eligibility; entering demographics, insurance, and other pertinent information in the Electronic Health Record and other various systems; and determining and collecting time of service payments and/or past due balances at the time of appointment.

Hours

Full Time

40 hours/week

Job Duties

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Performs patient check-in at the time of visit and completes all steps necessary to ensure the admitting process is efficient and in compliance with all clinic and regulatory policies.
• Answer phone calls and direct them appropriately.
• Schedule appointments according to office guidelines.
• Obtain accurate patient and insurance information, collecting copays (TOS) and deductible amounts.
• Copy/scan patient access related hardcopy materials (e.g. ID, referrals, insurance cards, etc.) into the correct location in the electronic medical record.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire.
• Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties.
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality when dealing with patient information.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Benefits

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.