Medical Receptionist - TRAVEL

Medical Receptionist - TRAVELFarmington, CTEmployment Type: Temp to Hire Industry: HealthcareJob DescriptionMedical Executive Assistant (MEA) J. Morrissey Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire Pay Rate: $24.00–$25.00 per hour Schedule: Set weekly schedule; daily hours will vary based on operational needs. Hours: Between 6:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Locations: Farmington, Hartford, Plainville, Glastonbury, Rocky Hill, Enfield, and South Windsor. Travel Requirement: Must be available to travel daily/weekly, as needed, to any of the listed office locations. Position Summary J. Morrissey is seeking an experienced, dependable, and patient-focused Medical Executive Assistant (MEA) to provide administrative support to our physicians across multiple office locations. This is a fast-paced position requiring strong organizational and communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service to our patients and physicians. Key Responsibilities Schedule physician office visits, ancillary testing, and surgical procedures. Manage a high volume of incoming calls and triage patient inquiries appropriately. Obtain pre-certifications and prior authorizations for procedures and testing. Verify patient demographics, medical history, and insurance information. Check out patients and coordinate follow-up appointments. Manage Epic work queues and maintain accurate patient records. Process prescription refill requests and physician orders. Perform scanning and other administrative duties. Communicate regularly with physicians, clinical staff, and other departments. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations. Travel between designated office locations as needed. Qualifications and Requirements Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a medical or surgical office. Strong Epic experience, including familiarity with Epic work queues. Knowledge of medical terminology and coding. Experience with surgical scheduling, insurance verification, and prior authorizations preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple phone lines, prioritize tasks, and multitask in a busy environment. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Dependable, flexible, self-motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is energetic, professional, and enthusiastic, with a mature and dependable approach to supporting physician practices. Must be adaptable to changing daily needs, demonstrate initiative, and consistently provide a positive, compassionate patient experience.