Charismatic and detail-oriented Medical Receptionists might be interested in this job at a company working with Robert Half. You'll find that as the Medical Receptionist, you are the director of first impressions due to your duties providing customer service over the phone and in-person. We encourage you to apply to this Medical Receptionist if you are a self-starter who finds value working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while providing support and solutions to patients, healthcare professionals, insurance providers, etc. This short-term contract / temporary employment opportunity is based in the Palo Alto, California area.Major responsibilities- Responding to telephone calls in a detail-oriented and effective manner within minimum rings- Making appointments, collecting co-pays, and providing receipt of money in accordance with established procedures- Delegating various files and providing general office duties, e.g. data entry, faxing, scanning, etc.- Aiding patients with paperwork- Ensuring the waiting and reception areas are kept neat and clean; reporting on any damage- Responsible for insurance verifications with health insurance organizations- Helping out in the management of patient medical records- Acting as a liaison with patients and providers in a compassionate and kind manner- Directing patients and visitors, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries