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Pediatric Partners of The Southwest

Medical Receptionist

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Durango, CO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/9/2026

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What they do

A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.

$40,820 / year median in Colorado

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary:

Our friendly, busy pediatric practice is seeking a Part-Time or Full-Time Medical Receptionist to join our professional team. Responsibilities include complex scheduling, data entry, insurance validation, accounts receivable, and a commitment to coordinating patient care. Excellent communication skills and experience with a multi-line phone system and medical software are preferred.

Range of Pay:

$17.00-$18.50/per hour plus time and a half when working on Saturdays.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Answering incoming calls and initial patient contacts.
Complex scheduling
Data entry
Insurance validation
Accounts receivable
Coordinating patient care
Screening patients

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in the medical field a plus Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Pediatrics Primary Care Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (Preferred) Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred) Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person