What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist/Front Desk - Part-Time position at Chicago Eye Surgeons?
Job Description
We are seeking a Medical Office Receptionist to become a part of our team!
- Answer phones and either direct the caller to the appropriate party or handle the caller’s needs yourself.
- Greet patients upon arrival, sign them in and obtain insurance information and any other necessary data.
- Provide patients with intake and new patient forms as well as copies of our office policies and legally required documents.
- Process payments from patients for co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance and uninsured visits.
- Schedule appointments for new and recurring patients based on Physician and technician availability.
- Maintain patient records confidentially.
- Schedule patients according to scheduling protocol
- Ensure all referrals are obtained prior to appointment time.
- Appointment reminder calls
- Collect past due balances
- Travel to other clinic sites (mandatory), and be available to be on call during the week to help other offices when short staffed.
- Report problems, concerns or related issues to the Clinical Manager or Practice Administrator
- Work with referral coordinator and surgical coordinator to obtain any outstanding referrals and paperwork for surgical scheduling
- Make appointment reminder calls for all three locations
Spanish speaking required.
Must have a flexible work schedule. ***Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to our Chicago and Lombard offices as needed when people are out sick.
Part-time position available
- We offer a competitive wages and benefit package
- Required experience: Minimum 1 year
- Nextech or ECW experience would be an asset
- This job has possibility to transfer into a full time position as Lombard office becomes busier.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in healthcare (medical receptionist) required; minimum 1 year.
- Familiarity with medical billing procedures
- Strong organizational skills
- Must be reliable and punctual with reliable transportation. Must be willing to travel to all of our offices as needed. If you do not have a car or are unwilling to commute please do not apply for this position.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with electronic medical records
- Familiarity with the referral process for HMOs
- Insurance knowledge - Deductibles, Co-pays and Co-insurance is a must
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary: $17.00 to $19.00 /hour'
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Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Customer Service: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Elgin, IL 60123: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19