Medical Receptionist/Front Desk (part-time) Position Available In Dorchester, South Carolina

Medical Receptionist/Front Desk (part-time)

Palmetto Eye Institute Summerville, SC Job Details Part-time Estimated:

$30.1K – $35.1K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Customer service Medical office experience Ophthalmology Mid-level EMR systems Computer skills Phone etiquette Medical terminology 2 years Full Job Description Come join our small, friendly team at Palmetto Eye Institute! We are a well established ophthalmology practice located in Summerville at Carnes Crossroads. We take pride in providing exceptional patient care with minimal wait times in a comfortable environment. We have a wonderful, hard working group. We are looking to hire two talented part-time receptionists to assist in the front office. This job will have approximately 15-20 hours a week, most likely 2-3 shifts, with the ability to be flexible at times if needed. Prior medical or ophthalmic experience is desired. Willing to train the right candidates with other related experience. Please apply online. Hourly pay will be based on experience, skills, etc. We close at noon on Fridays, and there are no weekend hours.

Front Desk Receptionist Job Duties:

Greets patients professionally and promptly with exceptional customer service skills. Answers the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner. Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information (personal and financial). Schedules patients in an efficient manner for a wide variety of appointment types. Collects copayments, deductibles, coinsurance, and balances due at every visit. Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient’s arrival; reviewing service delivery compared to schedule; works together to improve/reduce any delays. Ensures all patient appointments are confirmed, including surgery call confirmation. Comforts patients by anticipating any anxieties they may have, answers patient questions. Maintains organization and basic cleaning of clinic daily. Responsible for handling incoming faxes and fax requests. Contacts other physician offices to obtain medical records. Calls patients to collect unpaid balances over the phone prior to sending to collections. Communicate information accurately to patients about a wide variety of insurance plans. Helps patients in distress by responding to emergencies. Experience with Athena Health is preferred but not required.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Ophthalmology Schedule:

Afternoon shift Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift

Experience:

Medical office: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Summerville, SC 29486 (Required)

Work Location:

In person