Receptionist - Gastroenterology - Full Time

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Clinic Receptionist to greet patients and visitors in a US clinic with professionalism and warmth. You will manage front desk duties, maintain patient flow, schedule appointments, handle phone calls, verify insurance eligibility, and enter demographics and data into the electronic health record.

You will also collect copays and deductibles at the time of service, copy/scan insurance and ID documents, and ensure compliance with clinic policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider certification or obtained within three months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and caring aligned with Trinity Health values.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient check-in and ensures admitting process is efficient and compliant with policies.
• Answers phone calls and directs them appropriately.
• Schedules appointments according to office guidelines.
• Obtains accurate patient and insurance information, collects copays and deductibles.
• Copies/scans patient documents into the electronic medical record.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Phone handling

Scheduling appointments

EMR data entry

Insurance verification

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Job Title: Clinic Receptionist

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.

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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.