Experienced Medical Front Office Coordinator - Dermatology Shades Valley Dermatology Vestavia Hills, AL Job Details Full-time From $19 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Teamwork Health insurance co-pays Insurance verification Medical office experience In-person customer service HIPAA Medical scheduling Medical records Attention to detail Dermatology Computer skills Managing patient records Medical receptionist Full Job Description Shades Valley Dermatology is seeking an experienced, organized, and dependable Medical Front Office Coordinator to join our Vestavia Hills team. This is a fast-paced, multitasking position that requires previous medical front office experience. We are looking for someone who is comfortable managing a busy patient schedule, handling frequent interruptions, and balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining excellent patient service. Our front desk team plays an essential role in keeping the practice running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys staying busy, takes initiative, and has experience managing the daily demands of a medical office. Schedule & Location $19/hour Select Mondays, every Tuesday-Thursday, plus one Friday morning per month Travel to Jasper required for initial training and occasional coverage Typical work hours: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM Responsibilities Manage patient check-in, checkout, and appointment scheduling Answer phones and respond to patient messages throughout the day Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibility Collect copays, deductibles, and outstanding balances Process referrals, medical records requests, and other forms Maintain accurate patient records in our electronic health record system Assist with billing questions and administrative tasks Coordinate with providers and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow Prioritize competing tasks while maintaining accuracy and professionalism Required Qualifications At least 1 year of recent medical front office experience —

REQUIRED

Hands-on experience with medical insurance verification, patient scheduling, and collecting payments Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work efficiently in a busy medical setting Strong computer skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and patient service skills Dependable attendance, punctuality, and willingness to work as part of a team Ability to travel to Jasper for training and occasional coverage Preferred Qualifications Dermatology or specialty medical practice experience Experience with ModMed/EMA Familiarity with insurance deductibles, coinsurance, referrals, and authorizations What to Expect Our front office is a busy environment where responsibilities frequently overlap. You may be checking in a patient, answering phone calls, responding to messages, and assisting with scheduling or insurance/billing questions throughout the day. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in an active medical office, works independently, adapts to changing priorities, and remains organized and professional under pressure. We provide training on our practice-specific systems and workflows, but candidates must already have a solid foundation in medical front office operations. Why Join Our Team? Consistent weekday schedule with no evening shifts Established and growing dermatology practice Opportunity to gain specialty dermatology experience Collaborative team environment Please apply only if you have previous medical front office experience and are comfortable working in a fast-paced, multitasking environment as we are actively interviewing qualified candidates.

Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe a typical busy day at your previous medical front office job. How did you manage phones, patients, scheduling, and other responsibilities at the same time? It's 8:15 AM. Three patients arrive to check in, the phone is ringing, a patient at checkout has a billing question, and a provider needs help scheduling a follow-up. What would you do first, and how would you manage everything?

Experience:

Medical receptionist: 1 year (Required)

HIPAA:

1 year (Required) Insurance verification: 1 year (Required) Medical office: 1 year (Required)

Dermatology:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person