Medical Receptionist

Medical Receptionist Jenks Family Medicine, PLLC Chattanooga, TN Job Details Full-time From $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Bilingual Customer service Medical office experience English Computer skills Medical terminology

Full Job Description Description of Jenks Family Medicine:

We are a Nurse Practitioner-led primary care clinic. We work extensively with Veterans and active-duty Servicemembers. We are looking for a Medical Receptionist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for greeting patients, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and collecting payments. This position requires excellent customer service skills, the ability to multitask, and a strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will also have experience with medical office software and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Greet and check in patients. Schedule appointments and manage patient records. Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a timely manner. Collect patient information and enter it into the system. Verify insurance coverage and obtain pre-authorizations as needed. Process payments and maintain financial records. Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality. Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients. Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations. Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients. Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism. Maintain spreadsheets. Ability to send and receive faxes. Understanding of medical terminology. Receive mail and packages. Ordering and ensuring par levels are maintained for office reception desk stock items.

Minor office tidiness/cleaning:

sweeping, spot mopping, dusting, maintaining tidiness of reception/waiting area. Take calls and take detailed messages. Maintain waiting room and greet patients, occasionally assisting patients with entry into office or directing patients on where to park and office location directions. Present patients with required forms for completion. Comfortability with technology, including computer, scanner, printer, fax, and electronic medical record platforms.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Vision insurance

Experience:

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

Relocate:

Chattanooga, TN 37409: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person