Front Desk Receptionist

Front Desk Receptionist

Austin, Texas Hyde Park Surgery Center (11805) Category Admitting, Registration & Scheduling Job ID 88142-147 Status Full-Time/Regular

USPI Hyde Park Surgery Center is seeking a motivated Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. We have 3 OR rooms. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in ENT, Orthopedic, Pain Management, Spine. Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some early mornings and later evenings may be required; schedule subject to change based on surgical schedule and flow of the day.

Job Summary: The Front Desk Receptionist interfaces with patients and families, physicians and staff; Admit patients and process their paperwork; Update patient demographics/information in system; Collect monies due and document in the billing system; Handle funds per office procedure. Answer incoming phone calls.

Required Skills:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2-3 years of hospital or medical office experience.
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission Standards
• Ability to use time wisely in preparing work areas to meet high-paced demand.
• Show a genuine desire to work and improve the center as a whole.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a professional manner.
• Must be able to adhere to hospital financial and admitting policies.
• Ability to promote positive relationships with patients and staff.
• Must know insurance verification and collection processes.
• Must have problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Professional appearance.
• Must demonstrate excellent phone etiquette and exceptional customer service skills.