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Traveling Front Desk Receptionist
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What they do
A Receptionist greets and directs customers or visitors that come in to an office or business, and answers and directs incoming phone calls. Deals with mail or courier services. May schedule appointments or meeting rooms, gather patient information, or assist with filing or other administrative support work.
$38,335 / year median in New Jersey
+6% projected growth
Job Description
COSM is urgently hiring a Bilingual Front Desk Receptionist to join our growing healthcare team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and eager to build a career in healthcare . This position is based out of our East Rutherford office and includes travel to West Orange and Paramus locations up to 75% of the time . What You'll Do As a key member of our front desk and clinical support team, you'll play an important role in ensuring patients feel welcomed, supported, and cared for from the moment they arrive. Front Desk & Patient Support Provide a warm, professional, and welcoming experience for every patient Manage patient check-in and check-out , including verifying demographic and insurance information Answer phones, schedule appointments, confirm visits, and assist with general patient inquiries Collect required forms, update charts, and assist with basic office workflow tasks Support daily clinic operations by helping maintain an organized and efficient front office Take and document patient medical history as needed Prepare exam rooms and assist in ensuring rooms are stocked, clean, and ready for patients Assist providers during examinations and procedures as needed Help coordinate referrals, patient follow-ups, and general care documentation Travel & Multi-Location Support Travel to nearby COSM locations to assist with patient flow and clinic coverage Help ensure each office maintains consistent front desk and clinical support standards Communicate with clinical and administrative staff to keep operations running smoothly Locations in East Rutherford, West Orange, and Paramus Required Qualifications Fluent in English and Spanish (required). You will not be considered if you do not speak spanish. Medical receptionist experience required Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly attitude Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask efficiently Comfortable working with computers, patient systems, and administrative tasks Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation Must be willing and able to travel locally up to 75% of the time Skills That Help You Succeed Excellent customer service and patient communication Ability to stay calm, organized, and professional in a busy office setting Strong attention to detail when handling charts, documentation, and patient information Team-player attitude and willingness to jump in where needed Compassionate mindset and desire to make patients feel comfortable and cared for Why Apply to COSM? At COSM, we believe patients deserve exceptional care, and that starts with having a strong, supportive team.