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Republic advanced endovascular and aesthetics
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.
$37,507 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be the first point of contact for patients, providing exceptional customer service while managing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks. Your energetic approach and strong organizational skills will ensure smooth clinic operations, accurate documentation, and efficient patient flow. The ideal candidate is motivated, tech-savvy, and passionate about delivering top-tier patient care support in a fast-paced medical environment. Duties Greet patients warmly, verify insurance coverage, and assist with patient check-in and check-out processes Schedule appointments using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Meditech, or Athenahealth Verify insurance benefits and perform insurance eligibility and authorization checks Manage medical records, including filing, retrieving, and updating patient information in EMR systems like eClinicalWorks or Dentrix Handle multi-line phone systems with professional phone etiquette to answer inquiries and direct calls appropriately Assist with medical billing and collection processes, including coding using