Medical Office Receptionist - Headache Clinic

Medical Office Receptionist - Outpatient Headache Clinic

Hourly Pay Range: $18.38 - $26.65 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Full Time: 40 hours/week
• Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST. No rotating weekends at this time, but this is subject to change in future.

What You Will Do:

• Greets incoming patients and visitors at various points of service within the facility providing congenial and hospitable customer service. Refers patients and visitors to appropriate department or resource. Notifies appropriate resource of patients and visitors arrival in a timely manner. Assures patient demographics and eligibility are correct.
• Receives and forwards telephone calls and takes and relays messages per protocol.
• Registers new patients and schedules appointments for providers and services. Reschedules appointments and follows up on cancelled and missed appointments.
• Collects co pays and balances and makes follow up appointments as necessary.
• Responds to patient and visitor questions in a timely and appropriate manner utilizing knowledge of the organizations policies and procedures.
• May communicate with other departments, team members, physician offices, the hospital, or patients in response to requests for information, follow-up, or problem resolution.
• Performs various clerical duties as needed in assigned work areas. May order supplies for work area, open mail etc. Operates standard office machines including computer, calculator, photocopier, fax and credit card terminal.
• May assist with medical records and clinical personnel as needed.
• Maintains work and waiting areas in a neat and professional manner.
• May perform a variety of special projects as assigned.
• Adheres to all NCH standards, policies and procedures.

What You Will Need:

• Highschool Diploma, GED, or Higher Education completed
• One year of customer service work experience or interaction with the public required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Proficient computer skills.

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities