Receptionist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Quality Urgent Care is a well-established and highly regarded healthcare facility located in the state of Texas, with four distinct locations serving the diverse population of San Antonio. Known for its commitment to providing top-quality urgent medical care, Quality Urgent Care caters to a wide range of patients, addressing various medical needs in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The clinic prides itself on delivering exceptional patient-centered services, backed by skilled medical professionals and dedicated staff who ensure a positive healthcare experience for every visitor. This reputable healthcare provider continually adapts to the evolving demands of urgent care, striving to remain... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous medical office or healthcare experience preferred
  • Proficient computer skills with ability to enter and retrieve data
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Knowledge of HIPAA privacy regulations
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Good communication and telephone skills
  • Basic cash handling and accounting abilities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Willingness to participate in training and educational programs

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with computer systems and medical records software
  • Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality practices
  • Basic accounting and cash handling skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Job Duties

  • Greet patients, families and visitors to the facility
  • Notify personnel of patient’s arrival
  • Escorts patient or arranges for escort to assigned room or station, and keeps patients advised if excessive waiting time
  • Assists in coordination of patient flow
  • Conducts interviews of patients and/or representatives to obtain and record name, address, age, persons to notify in case of emergency, attending physicians, and individual or insurance company responsible for payment of bill
  • Assists patients with paperwork and explains practice policies
  • Enters patient admitting information into computer and routes printed copy to department
  • Telephone communication both internally and externally
  • Answer phones timely and professionally
  • Relay information in an accurate, concise manner
  • Serve as a source of information/communication for patients, families, visitors, facility personnel
  • Call insurance companies to verify benefits
  • Inform patients of their anticipated financial liability
  • Enter appropriate information into the computer system
  • Checks out patients, collects money, gives receipt and balances cash flow
  • Prepare patient charts, identification labels and identification bracelets
  • Files charts and all documents and correspondence
  • Maintain medical records and review for completeness, assemble records into standard order and file records in designated areas according to applicable alphabetic and numeric filing systems
  • Receives payment on account and performs necessary accounting duties in accordance with the standard procedures of the Center
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies by preparing and submitting requisition to Center's lead
  • Respond to requests for information from medical records file, then locate, sign out and deliver medical records requested by physicians
  • Operate computer to enter and retrieve data and type correspondence and reports
  • File results of laboratory tests and other procedures to records
  • Scan materials or copy records and examine materials for legibility
  • Comply with all HIPAA regulations to maintain patient rights to privacy by not discussing privileged information outside the work area and preserving the patients’ dignity at all times
  • Perform other office functions as directed by the Office Manager
  • Assists in patient satisfaction surveys
  • Participate in pertinent educational programs and facility meetings
  • Brings operational topics to management’s attention prior to meetings
  • Report all undesirable matters or services requiring correction to the Director of Clinical Services
  • Sees that physical properties of office are kept in good state of repair, monitors security policies of clinic and reports status to appropriate person

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location