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Receptionist needed for a friendly neighborhood, family-oriented optometry practice serving Berkeley, Albany, Kensington and El Cerrito for more than 30 years. Ideal candidates are team players, have a good work ethic, have customer service skills, are quick learners, have excellent organizational skills, and can work effectively and courteously with a wide variety of patients. Experience is preferred, but we will train the right person. Proficiency at using a computer is required. Candidates must be able to work Tuesday-Saturday although not all Saturdays are required. Staff takes turns taking a Saturday off. The primary job duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Greeting and checking in patients; verifying patient demographics, collecting copayments and updating insurances. Answering, screening, and routing phone calls in a professional manner. Scheduling and confirming patient appointments. Answering routine inquires and forwarding complex inquires to appropriate staff. Prepping patient charts. Obtaining insurance authorizations and billing. Pre-testing patients. We offer an extensive benefit package for full-time staff (working at least 32 hours weekly) that includes paid vacation, a 401k retirement plan, health and dental insurance, and vision benefits.. We are a team of professionals who enjoy working together while providing excellent service to our patients. We offer a great location, a supportive work environment, and a rewarding work experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off