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Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley

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.

$43,124 / year median in New York

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Position:
Medical Receptionist Location:
696 Dutchess Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 126003
Division:
Podiatry Classification :
Full Time Non-Exempt Hourly Reports to:
Practice Manager/Director or Clinical Supervisor Hours:
Monday- Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM The Medical Receptionist is responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate staff, greeting and checking in all patients for office appointments, including paperwork for patients to fill out, scanning insurance cards, entering all demographic information into the electronic health record, entering referrals for office visits into EMR, scanning for staff as needed, and working closely with physicians and staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greets and directs all patients within the practice Obtaining patient demographic and verifying insurance information at each visit. Obtaining necessary patient information to meet current Federal guidelines and Meaningful Use guidelines for electronic medical records. Scanning pertinent patient information into EMR including patient authorizations, recent labs delivered by patient, etc. Obtaining patient authorization for medical records release (HIPAA compliance). Schedules any necessary appointments after completion of patient visit. Monitor and review patient schedules for next day office appointments. Assists in ordering, receiving and stocking of office supplies. Maintaining cleanliness of waiting room. Assists other Medical Receptionists as needed. Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum of a High School diploma; Associates Degree preferred. At least one year relevant experience and/or training. EMR experience preferred
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Strong organizational skills. Strong multi-tasking skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments. Able to work collectively with administration and staff. Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer