Medical Receptionist

$38,438 - $51,106/Yr

Unclassified - Newport, RI

Full-time - Entry Level

Newport, RI

About the position

We are offering a role for a Medical Receptionist in the bustling town of Newport, Rhode Island. This position falls within the healthcare industry and will be based in a busy medical office. The role is a short-term contract employment opportunity, providing a unique chance to gain experience in a fast-paced environment. As a Medical Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for patients, playing a crucial role in ensuring a welcoming and efficient experience for all visitors to the medical office. Your responsibilities will include greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and managing incoming calls in a professional and timely manner. You will also be required to utilize various medical software systems for data entry and patient record management, ensuring that all patient information is accurate and up-to-date. In addition to these core responsibilities, you will verify patient insurance details and perform billing functions accurately using Microsoft Excel. Providing exceptional customer service is paramount, as you will need to address all patient inquiries and concerns promptly. Maintaining organization and cleanliness in the front office area is also part of your duties, as is adhering to all privacy and confidentiality policies when handling sensitive patient information. Collaboration with other medical professionals will be essential to ensure seamless patient care, and you may also assist with other administrative tasks as needed within the medical office.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and answer incoming calls in a professional and timely manner
• Utilize various medical software systems such as Allscripts, EHR SYSTEM, NexGen, and Medisoft for data entry and patient record management
• Verify patient insurance details and update records as needed
• Perform billing functions accurately and efficiently using Microsoft Excel
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring all patient inquiries and concerns are addressed promptly
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in the front office area
• Adhere to all privacy and confidentiality policies when handling sensitive patient information
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure seamless patient care
• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed within the medical office.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a medical receptionist or administrative role is preferred
• Familiarity with medical software systems such as Allscripts, EHR SYSTEM, NexGen, and Medisoft
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for billing functions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a busy medical office environment
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Short-term contract employment opportunity
• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Opportunity to work in a busy medical office environment.