Spanish Speaking Medical Receptionist

Suffolk Pediatrics, PC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Pediatrics, PC is seeking a friendly Medical Receptionist to be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a warm, welcoming experience while keeping office operations efficient. We offer a close-knit healthcare team, flexible schedule with no weekend shifts, and dedicated support for patient care.

Responsibilities include check-in, answering questions, managing forms, collecting co-pays, and coordinating communications.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as an administrative assistant or in a relevant role.
• Familiarity with EMR systems, particularly ECW.
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check-in patients and visitors.
• Assist patients with inquiries and directions.
• Distribute and review forms for completeness.
• Collect co-pays and provide financial assistance when needed.
• Handle calls and emails professionally.
• Manage office supplies inventory and reordering.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming office environment.

Skills

Admin experience

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Spanish (plus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical field certificate program

Tools

ECW EMR

Job description

Job Description

Join a close-knit healthcare team that offers flexibility, a supportive work environment, and no weekend shifts.

We are committed to providing top-quality care to our patients, and we need an individual who is both friendly and organized to help us achieve that goal. As a Medical Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a warm and welcoming experience while maintaining the efficiency of our office operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and check-in patients and visitors upon their arrival, creating a positive first impression.
• Offer assistance to patients, answering their inquiries and directing them as needed.
• Distribute necessary forms and paperwork, meticulously reviewing them to ensure all required information is completed accurately.
• Collect patient co-pays and provide financial assistance when necessary.
• Handle incoming phone calls and respond to emails in a professional and timely manner.
• Manage inventory of essential office supplies and coordinate reordering as needed to maintain smooth daily operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring our medical office presents a welcoming and professional atmosphere for all.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a certificate program in the medical field is preferred.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, particularly experience with ECW, is a plus.
• 1+ years of experience working as an administrative assistant or in a relevant role.
• Proficiency in medical terminology to effectively communicate and assist patients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus, as we serve a diverse patient population.

Additional Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 2 weeks of vacation time
• 8 paid holidays
• 11 sick/personal days

Company Description

We are a medical facility that has served the Central Islip, Brentwood, and Bayshore community for 22 years and we are looking to hire and invite a medical receptionist to be part of our community-oriented medical facility.