Receptionist - LaVeta Surgical Center

SCA Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health in California is seeking a patient services clerk to greet patients and visitors, answer phones, and verify identities and insurance. You will work in a busy ambulatory setting within our Optum network.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, cash handling, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams. A high school diploma, strong communication, and basic computer skills are required; bilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of medical clerical experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and communicate with patients and visitors within the facility.
• Answer incoming calls to the facility.
• Register patients and verify identity, demographics, financial and insurance information.
• Communicates with other business office and clinical departments.
• Open mail and distribute.
• Accept and record patient cost share payments.
• Prepare and reconcile daily deposits.
• Maintain clean and tidy lobby area.
• Verify vendor and visitor sign in.
• Patient chart preparation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Familiarity with medical software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology

Tools

Medical software

Job description

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient‑centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value‑based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it

Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion

Our values aren’t empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well‑being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

• Greet and communicate with patients and visitors within the facility
• Answer incoming calls to the facility
• Register patients and verify identity, demographics, financial and insurance information
• Communicates with other business office and clinical departments
• Open mail and distribute
• Accept and record patient cost share payments
• Prepare and reconcile daily deposits
• Maintain clean and tidy lobby area
• Verify vendor and visitor sign in
• Patient chart preparation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual preferred
• Two years previous medical clerical experience
• Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with medical software
• Strong communication skills

USD $16.00/Hr. USD $30.00/Hr.