Student Health Front Desk Coordinator – Irvine

Mindpath Health Medical Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off starting at 15 days per

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Mindpath Health in Irvine, CA is seeking a Front Office Coordinator to support clinicians, patients, and our College Health Program in a busy outpatient setting. You will deliver friendly, high‑quality service at the front desk and over the phone, manage scheduling and patient data, and help ensure accurate records in our EHR/Practice Management systems.

The role is full-time, onsite, Monday–Friday. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years clerical/administrative experience, healthcare customer service,

Qualifications

• Experience using EMR/EHR and/or practice management systems required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of recent experience in a clerical, administrative, receptionist, or front office coordination role.
• 1+ year of customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), multiline phone systems, and accurate data entry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, clinicians, leadership, and staff.
• Demonstrated empathy and compassion when supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective when assisting upset patients or families.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to think independently under pressure.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of all personal and protected health information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, delivering a positive, professional patient experience in person and by phone
• Schedule appointments; answer, triage, and route incoming calls and messages; and communicate patient needs to clinical staff in a timely manner
• Collect co-pays and outstanding balances, explain paperwork, and ensure accurate completion of patient forms
• Collect, verify, and update patient demographic and insurance information
• Assist patients with understanding Mindpath Health policies, procedures, and services
• Recognize situations requiring escalation and use effective de‑escalation techniques to support patient safety and satisfaction
• Support clinicians by managing arrivals, scheduling changes, incoming communications, and general administrative tasks (faxing, copying, scanning)
• Collaborate effectively with front office staff, clinical teams, and leadership to support daily operations and continuous process improvement
• Identify patient satisfaction concerns and contribute recommendations for resolution
• Adhere to company policies and maintain strict compliance with patient privacy and confidentiality standards

Skills

EMR/EHR experience

Front office coordination

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Phone systems

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mindpath Health in Irvine, CA is seeking a Front Office Coordinator to support clinicians, patients, and our College Health Program in a busy outpatient setting. You will deliver friendly, high‑quality service at the front desk and over the phone, manage scheduling and patient data, and help ensure accurate records in our EHR/Practice Management systems.

The role is full-time, onsite, Monday–Friday. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years clerical/administrative experience, healthcare customer service,