Clinic Receptionist - Bellingham or Ferndale

Clinic ReceptionistUnity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing more than 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.We strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.As a Clinic Receptionist for Unity Care NW, you would be responsible for providing a welcoming and positive check-in experience to all patients and visitors at the front desk.What We Offer:A friendly and collaborative team environmentA competitive compensation packageLoan Repayment Application Opportunities*: employment at UCNW counts toward eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid.Benefits Include:Medical, dental, & vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility6 paid holidaysGenerous paid time off of 108 hours (accrued in year 1 and increasing thereafter)Other paid leaves for Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow/Organ DonationLife/Accidental Death & Dismemberment insuranceVariety of optional insurances including Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Travel as well as Identity Theft ProtectionFlexible Spending AccountSelf-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramAlternative transportation incentivesHealthy Living reimbursementUnique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonuses & Will preparation services*While employees at UCNW are eligible to apply for loan repayment awards, receipt is not guaranteed.Requirements:Possesses a basic level of written and verbal communications skills, computational and computer skills and mathematical knowledge at a level typically acquired through completion of a general studies high school program.Associates degree or technical certificate, preferred.Requires one year of experience in customer service, utilizing data entry skills, preferably in a medical or dental office setting.Experience dealing with underserved populations and cultural competency a plus.Proficiency and familiarity with payment systems and Microsoft Word & Outlook.Keyboarding speed of 35-40 wpm and data entry skills; accuracy is essential.Demonstrates necessary proficiency with all electronic clinical systems, including Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and scheduling systems.Candidates who meet the requirements or who have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply! Unity Care NW