Medical Receptionist

Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.00 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a specialized medical center dedicated to providing high-quality surgical and outpatient services. This center is renowned for its commitment to patient care, operational efficiency, and innovative technology integration. It operates with a mission to deliver compassionate, effective, and streamlined healthcare services while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. The environment is professional and focused on maintaining high standards of medical practice, cleanliness, and customer service, which is reflected in all aspects of the patient experience from admission to discharge.

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Job Requirements

Ability to sit/stand for a considerable amount of time
ability to walk
visual and auditory acuity for frequent use of computer, telephone, and office equipment
ability to perform occasional overhead and low reaching
physical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activities
ability to move quickly in response to center needs
frequent and constant judgment and response
occasional judgment and response to emergencies or drills
high school diploma or equivalent
basic computer literacy
knowledge of medical office procedures preferred

Job Qualifications

High school graduate or GED
training or courses in business office activities
good typing skills
good communication skills
good computer skills
strong ethical and moral character references
medical receptionist experience preferred
medical billing preferred

Job Duties

Register the patients
collect co-pays and prepare patient receipts
confirm out-of-network status and obtain signed OON Payer Notice if applicable
copy current patients' insurance cards and face sheets for billing, pathology, and anesthesia
confirm and update demographic and insurance information
verify patient ID by copying driver's license or other ID
prepare new charts with necessary forms
prepare patient labels
ensure every chart form has a complete information label
pull old charts if there are previous visits
maintain charts neatly and orderly
maintain cleanliness of the waiting room
print out the next day's schedule
call patients with arrival times for next day
follow through on all medical office requests
distribute faxes
copy and make HIPAA information and patient rights available to patients
maintain copier and credit card machines
keep work area neat and clean
demonstrate knowledge of center's budget to reduce waste and ensure cost containment
maintain professional and ethical relationships with patients and physician offices
use the center's computer system for documentation, charging, reports, and inventory
maintain confidentiality of all information and medical records
maintain open collaborative dialogue with center staff, physicians, families, and insurance carriers
regularly attend staff meetings, orientations, and in-services
report significant events promptly to Site Coordinator
maintain professional behavior, dress code, and wear identification badge
promote good image of center
maintain competencies and mandatory education
protect confidentiality of patients and colleagues
support organization's mission and policies
apply HIPAA requirements and maintain safety standards including OSHA protocols
prepare daily timesheet and adhere to attendance and tardiness policies
assist Site Coordinator as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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