Front Desk Associate-Full Time-Yonkers, NY

Overview It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Front Desk Associate role is an opportunity for the right candidate to apply their professional and personal skills by engaging with families to provide a welcoming, First‑class Experience. In addition to being organized and able to multi‑task, this role requires a responsible dynamic individual to carry out all front‑desk functions and manage administrative tasks for the medical team, aligning with the mission, vision, values, and culture of PM. Responsibilities Greets families professionally both in person and on the phone. Answers patient/family questions to the best of their ability and/or seeks clarification and instruction when needed. Accesses empathy and active listening in difficult interpersonal situations. Supports patient care quality initiatives as directed. Coordinates escalations and urgent issues to ensure timely and complete resolutions. Collaborates and communicates with site leadership to facilitate management of complex patient issues. Employs PM Pediatric Care’s Core values to help patients, families, and other team members navigate PM systems before, during, and after a visit. Monitors and manages patient flow throughout the waiting and registration process, including assisting families with initiating the self‑registration process. Is in alignment with all distributed education to keep current on workflows, responsibilities, and technology. Registers all patients and maintains accurate and complete patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating demographics, insurance, and financial information while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Manages and acts upon all incoming patient documents, mail and correspondence utilizing proper documentation and storage. Maintains confidentiality and privacy of all patient accounts and adheres to all HIPAA guidelines. Performs opening and closing duties, including but not limited to organizing, stocking, sanitizing, and reconciling. Executes other duties as assigned. Qualifications Team player that can function independently in a fast‑paced environment. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work flexible schedules based on office needs; may require travel to another site within reason. Excellent customer service and telephone skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Professional and friendly demeanor. Quality focused and detail oriented. Ability to perform basic calculations, such as adding receipts and counting cash drawers. Outstanding time management, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Superior situational awareness and ability to react successfully to urgent situations. Prior experience in a healthcare environment and knowledge of medical insurance preferred. Socially perceptive and able to relate to children and how they interact with their families. Comfortable with routinely shifting demands. Navigate multiple computer systems. Prior front desk, concierge, customer service, or hospitality experience preferred. High school diploma or GED. Compensation $17–$25 per hour. The salary/rate range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary/rate for this role. Actual salaries/rates may vary within this range, depending on experience and location. PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr