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Richmond Pediatric Associates
Medical Receptionist - Pediatrics
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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.
$41,645 / year median in Virginia
+15% projected growth
Job Description
About Our Practice We are a thriving, patient-centered pediatric private practice serving the greater Richmond area for over 55 years. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care to infants, children, and adolescents. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where children feel safe and parents feel heard. Position Summary We are looking for an enthusiastic, patient-focused Medical Receptionist to be a part of the first point of contact team for our patients and their families. The ideal candidate is energetic, highly organized, and skilled at creating a calm, comforting, and HIPAA-compliant environment in a busy pediatric setting. Key Responsibilities Greet children and parents warmly upon arrival, manage the check-in/check-out process, and monitor the waiting room to ensure a smooth patient flow. Answer multi-line phones, schedule and confirm appointments, update electronic medical records (EMR), route incoming messages/requests appropriately and manage incoming mail or faxes. Verify patient health insurance for updates and collect payments securely. Assist parents with intake forms, answer routine questions with empathy, and help soothe anxious children or families.