Medical Receptionist in Orthopedics

Department:
Admin

Location:
Fresno, CA

POSITION: Medical Front Office/Receptionist

JOB SUMMARY: Performs patient scheduling as well as patient check-in/out. Processes patient insurance information. Provides the highest level of patient care.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

~High school diploma- Completion of technical program preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills with staff, physicians and patients
• Minimum of 1 year experience with a high volume office and phone system
• Ability to prioritize work flow in a fast-paced medical environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic health records a plus

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering phone calls
• Screening patient information
• Scheduling patient appointments
• Patient check-in/out
• Processes patients' insurance
• Miscellaneous office duties as assigned

Typical Physical Demands Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.

Typical Working Conditions
Normal office working environment.

Compensation: $21-$25/hr