Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Paid holidays
employee discount
Dental Insurance
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for advancement
Profit sharing

Job Description

Iowa Orthopedic Center is a reputable and physician-owned orthopedic clinic and surgery center based in central Iowa, dedicated to providing exceptional medical care with a focus on orthopedic health. Recognized as a center of excellence, Iowa Ortho combines cutting-edge technology with a compassionate and patient-centered approach to healthcare. This privately held practice emphasizes a culture that values innovation, motivation, passion, accountability, commitment, and teamwork, inviting healthcare professionals to contribute meaningfully to enhancing the quality of life for their patients through expert orthopedic treatment and service excellence.

The role of Front Desk Receptionist, also referred to as Patient Experience Specialist, is a pivotal position within Iowa Orthopedic Center, where the candidate will serve as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, and staff. This position directly supports orthopedic providers in delivering high-quality patient care by managing an efficient front desk operation that facilitates smooth and friendly patient experiences. The Front Desk Receptionist is entrusted with executing a variety of secretarial duties and administrative tasks essential for routine patient encounters, including checking in patients, updating insurance and demographic information, and assisting with insurance claims and billing follow-ups.

This is a rotational role involving three weeks of cyclical schedules – two weeks of 12-hour shifts and one week of 10-hour shifts, with availability required Monday through Saturday. Reliable daily transportation is a must to ensure punctuality and consistent attendance. Beyond operational tasks, the role demands strong interpersonal skills to maintain a positive attitude and foster friendly, professional relationships with patients, family members, visitors, and fellow employees. The receptionist is expected to be proficient in office equipment, uphold the clinic’s standards of customer service, and adapt to procedural changes with a positive mindset, serving as a role model for excellence in patient care.

Joining Iowa Ortho means becoming part of a team-oriented environment that supports continuous professional development and career growth opportunities. The practice offers a competitive benefit package including health and dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, profit-sharing, employee discounts, and more. The state-of-the-art facility prides itself on embracing the latest advancements in medical technology, creating an innovative and forward-thinking workspace that empowers employees to deliver top-tier healthcare services.

This position not only offers the chance to contribute to a center of orthopedic excellence but also provides a meaningful, rewarding career in a dynamic healthcare setting committed to delivering gold-standard orthopedic care. Candidates joining Iowa Ortho are expected to uphold the organization’s core "IMPACT" values, symbolizing Innovation, Motivation, Passion, Accountability, Commitment, and Teamwork, all of which cultivate a thriving and supportive work culture focused on patient well-being and professional integrity.

Job Requirements

  • Must be available to work Monday - Saturday by rotation
  • Daily reliable transportation
  • Must be able to regularly attend work

Job Qualifications

  • Prior face to face customer service experience and/or healthcare or health related field experience
  • Basic understanding of health insurance and medical billing
  • Prior experience in a medical office is preferred
  • Customer service and the desire to serve our patients and co-workers with a positive attitude
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and figure percentages on a calculator
  • Respond to requests from other departments in a timely, positive and pleasant manner
  • Demonstrates the ability to make decisions, take appropriate action and follow tasks through to conclusion
  • Recognize and analyze the implications of new situations and develop workable solutions in order to maintain productivity and morale
  • Demonstrate willingness to accept new responsibilities
  • Excellent communication skills

Job Duties

  • Open the reception area in a timely manner and monitor lobby activities taking action as needed
  • Welcome on-site visitors, determine nature of business and announce visitors to appropriate personnel
  • Answer telephone, greet and direct patients, salespeople and visitors
  • Enter and update information in HST and NextGen from documentation as required
  • Assist with insurance claim follow up and billing tasks
  • Check-in patients by updating demographic and insurance information in computer, collecting co-pays and account balances
  • Be proficient in operation of office equipment and report malfunctions immediately to supervisor
  • Always interact with co-workers, patients and visitors in a friendly, professional, courteous manner
  • Perform front office duties efficiently and correctly
  • Accept changes to the front desk procedure with an open mind and a positive attitude
  • Provide a role model for customer service and excellent patient care
  • Assist with other duties as assigned
  • Must be able to regularly attend work

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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