Medical Receptionist / Insurance Assistant (Part-Time, In-Person)

Medical Receptionist / Insurance Assistant (Part-Time, In-Person)Posted 01-Jun-2026 (EST) 22593 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619, USA 18-20 per hour Hourly Part Time Somewhat flexible part-time schedule (up to 29 hours per week). Collaborative and supportive team environment. Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Meaningful role supporting patient care and access to servicesPosition Overview We are seeking a highly organized, professional, and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist / Insurance Assistant to join our multidisciplinary therapy practice in Southern Maryland. This in-person role is an essential part of our patient care team, serving as the first point of contact for patients while supporting front office operations, scheduling, insurance verification, authorizations, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, experience working in a healthcare setting, and a strong understanding of insurance processes. This position supports Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), and psychological services. This role requires frequent inbound and outbound phone communication with patients, referral sources, healthcare providers, and insurance companies. Candidates must be comfortable answering a multi-line phone system and making a high volume of phone calls throughout the day. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional multitasking abilities, balancing patient interactions, scheduling, insurance-related tasks, and administrative responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.ResponsibilitiesGreet and check in patients in a friendly, professional, and welcoming mannerAnswer and manage incoming phone calls efficiently and professionallyMake outbound calls to patients regarding scheduling, appointment reminders, insurance information, authorizations, and account inquiriesSchedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointmentsRespond to patient inquiries and provide excellent customer serviceCollect and maintain accurate patient demographic and insurance informationAssist patients with registration forms and required documentationEnsure patient records are maintained accurately and in compliance with HIPAA regulationsManage patient flow and maintain a clean and welcoming reception areaVerify patient insurance eligibility and benefitsObtain and track prior authorizations as requiredUpdate patient files with accurate insurance informationCommunicate with insurance companies regarding coverage, benefits, and authorization requirementsContact insurance providers to resolve claim issues and obtain authorization updatesAssist with claims follow-up and denial resolutionAddress billing inquiries and escalate issues as appropriateEnsure all insurance documentation is complete prior to services being renderedCoordinate with therapists and administrative staff to support efficient daily operationsAssist with patient intake and onboarding processesMaintain organized electronic and paper recordsSupport office workflows and special administrative projects as neededCollaborate with the front office and billing team to ensure scheduling and billing accuracyEffectively manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, including patient check-in/check-out, phone calls, scheduling, insurance verification, authorizations, and administrative supportPrioritize urgent patient, provider, and insurance requests while maintaining efficient office operationsQualificationsPrevious experience as a Medical Receptionist, Medical Administrative Assistant, Insurance Coordinator, or similar healthcare office role preferredExperience with insurance verification, authorizations, claims follow-up, and denial management strongly preferredFamiliarity with Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behavioral Health, or other outpatient healthcare settings is a plusKnowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirementsProficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and insurance portals (e.g., Prompt, Availity, CareFirst, Humana Military)Must be comfortable answering and making phone calls throughout the workdayStrong telephone etiquette and professional communication skillsAbility to confidently communicate with patients, insurance representatives, healthcare providers, and referral sourcesExperience working with a multi-line phone system preferredExceptional multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and frequent interruptions throughout the dayStrong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracyAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitudeSelf-motivated, dependable, and able to prioritize tasks independentlyProficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applicationsBenefitsSomewhat flexible part-time schedule (up to 29 hours per week)Collaborative and supportive team environmentOpportunity to work with a multidisciplinary healthcare teamMeaningful role supporting patient care and access to services $18.00 - $20.00 USD per hour