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Medical Receptionist

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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.

$38,312 / year median in Georgia

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Experience:
Required in Medical Field as receptionist Medical Office Receptionist Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Serves patients by greeting and helping them; scheduling appointments; maintaining records and accounts. Medical Office Receptionist Job Duties include, but not limited to: Welcomes patients and visitors by greeting patients and visitors, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Optimizes patients' satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone. Collects patient responsibility fees and sets up payment plans as necessary. Responsible for reconciling and depositing collections on a daily basis. Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient's arrival; reviewing service delivery compared to schedule; reminding provider of service delays. Physically able to stand or walk for extended periods and lift, push, or move items or equipment up to 25-50 pounds as needed Flexibility to travel to satellite or remote clinic locations approximately 25% of the time, as required by practice needs Comforts patients by anticipating patients' anxieties; answering patients' questions; maintaining the reception area. Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records. Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information. Obtains revenue by recording and updating financial information; recording and collecting patient charges; controlling credit extended to patients; filing, collecting, and expediting third-party claims. Maintains business office inventory and equipment by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; scheduling equipment service and repairs. Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information. Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Prepare and clean treatment rooms, patient areas and medical instruments Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment Maintains strict adherence to HIPAA, patient confidentiality, and clinical safety standards Strong typing skills with the ability to enter data quickly and accurately, ensuring timely and precise record keeping Solid knowledge of computers and demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software applications and medical equipment Medical Office Receptionist Skills and Qualifications include, but not limited to: Multi-tasking, Flexibility, Telephone Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization, Attention to Detail, Scheduling, Word Processing ,
Professionalism, Quality Focus Job Type:
Part-time Salary:
$10.00 to $15.00 /hour
Job Types:
Part-time, PRN Pay:
$10.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Retirement plan
Experience:
Medical Terminology:
1 year (Preferred)
Customer Service:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)
Work Location:
In person