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Midwest Counseling Centers of Ohio
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.
$39,171 / year median in Ohio
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Medical Receptionist Midwest Counseling Centers of Ohio - 4.2 Dayton, OH Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Health insurance co-pays HIPAA Medical scheduling Administrative experience Clinical data entry Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding Organizational skills Managing patient records Medical billing regulations compliance File organization Customer data entry Full Job Description Overview Midwest Counseling Centers of Ohio is a comprehensive mental health practice located in Dayton. Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Receptionist, where your energetic and organized approach will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors. In this vital role, you will manage front desk operations, coordinate patient appointments, handle medical records, and ensure seamless communication between patients and medical staff. Your proactive attitude and attention to detail will contribute to delivering exceptional patient service and maintaining efficient clinic workflows. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in medical administrative support within a fast-paced healthcare environment. Medical receptionist and familiarity with insurance and collection of copays is a must. Responsibilities Greet patients warmly, verify their information, and check them in efficiently using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Schedule patient appointments accurately while managing multiple calendars and ensuring optimal clinic flow. Collect and process payments, insurance co-pays, and perform medical billing tasks with knowledge of health insurance procedures including Medicare and HIPAA compliance. Review and update medical records, ensuring proper documentation review and adherence to clinical confidentiality policies. Assist with medical coding tasks including CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding, and ICD coding for accurate billing and record keeping. Answer incoming phone calls with professional phone etiquette; provide information or direct calls to appropriate staff members. Maintain organized filing systems for medical records, reports, and correspondence while managing electronic health records (EHR) management efficiently. Qualifications Proven experience as a Medical Receptionist or in a similar medical office administrative role with clinic experience preferred. Strong knowledge of EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with electronic health records management is essential. Excellent understanding of medical terminology, medical billing procedures, CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding, and health insurance processes including Medicare. Ability to handle sensitive information with strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies. Exceptional customer service skills combined with professional phone etiquette and effective communication abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications along with strong clerical skills such as filing, typing (including 10-key), and data entry. Demonstrated organizational skills with the capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy in documentation review and medical administrative support. Embark on a rewarding career where your enthusiasm for healthcare administration makes a real difference! We value energetic professionals committed to delivering top-tier patient service while supporting our clinic's operational excellence.