Front Desk Medical Receptionist

Job Description

Job Description

An established specialty medical practice in the Plano/Frisco area is seeking a professional and dependable Medical Receptionist to join its team.

This position is primarily focused on answering and managing patient phone calls, with additional front-desk responsibilities and occasional light clinical support when needed. The ideal candidate has experience working in a busy medical office, is comfortable handling multiple phone lines, communicates professionally with patients, and works well as part of a collaborative team.

The position rotates between the practice’s Plano and Frisco locations:

• Monday and Wednesday in Plano
• Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday in Frisco

Responsibilities

• Answer and manage incoming phone calls in a professional and timely manner
• Schedule patient appointments
• Route calls and patient messages appropriately
• Review and manage assigned Athena messages and work queues
• Assist with patient check-in and check-out as needed
• Maintain accurate patient demographic and insurance information
• Receive and route incoming faxes and medical documentation
• Assist with referrals and patient records
• Help ensure charts and required documentation are ready for patient visits
• Provide backup front-desk support
• Occasionally assist with light clinical duties such as rooming patients, basic intake, or preparing rooms when needed
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, medical assistants, and office staff
• Maintain patient confidentiality and a professional, patient-focused attitude
• Support coworkers and assist with office needs as necessary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of medical-office experience preferred
• Experience working in a busy front-desk or patient-facing environment
• Experience managing multiple phone lines
• Strong professional telephone communication skills
• Athena / athenahealth experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred
• Basic knowledge of medications is helpful
• Strong computer and data-entry skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, positive, and team-oriented attitude



What We’re Looking For

The strongest candidates will be confident on the phone, comfortable handling multiple priorities, proactive about solving problems, and willing to support the broader team when needed.

Benefits

The practice offers a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive benefits package. Additional benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.