Medical Receptionist

Adelson Eye & Lasik Center is a full-service ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice in Metro Detroit led by Drs. Todd and Howard Adelson. With over 50,000 LASIK and PRK procedures performed using Contoura and All-Laser LASIK technology, this center blends experienced surgeons, advanced laser techniques, and patient-first care—perfect for professionals passionate about sight restoration and lasting patient impact.

The Medical Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, creating a welcoming environment, handling patient check in/outs, managing calls/emails, scheduling, providing information, resolving issues, and performing administrative tasks like data entry ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service in medical facilities.

This position works Monday - Friday and 1 Saturday one time a month.

• Greets patients warmly and verify appointment details.
• Collects necessary documentation including ID, Insurance Cards, referral forms, etc.
• Books, confirms, and reschedules appointments
• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefit coverage for all in-office visits, procedures, and tests
• Collects co-payments and outstanding balances; calculates patient’s financial responsibility and communicates to patient; documents in practice management system.
• Explains billing procedures
• Responsible for entering data in an accurate manner in practice management system as well as verify that existing information is accurate.
• Completes chart prep prior to clinic as needed (print routers, face sheets, etc.)
• Completes medical records requests that come directly from the patient
• Completes assigned tasks as related to the appointment rescheduling queue timely
• Monitors and completes tasks related to appointment recall and reminder process as set by practice SOP
• Answers phones and responds to inquiries
• Relays messages between patients and clinical staff
• Maintains protected health information in accordance with HIPPA/PHI guidelines
• Handles paperwork such as consent forms and HIPAA compliance
• Interacts with all internal and external customers in a caring and respectful manner.
• Accepts deliveries of packages, mail, and other supplies from outside vendors.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area for all patients and visitors
• Provides clear information about services, wait time, and policies
• Addresses patient concerns professionally and respectfully.
• Photocopies and faxes records and forms according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Participates in orientation/instruction of new administrative personnel as requested by management.
• Contributes to the team effort by completing additional tasks/projects as directed.
• Attends daily huddle and regularly scheduled team meetings
• Participates in on-boarding and training of new front desk associates and other administrative team members as assigned.
• High School Diploma or the equivalent years related experience required
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred
• Minimum of 1-year medical office experience strongly preferred
• Strong reliability with good attendance and punctuality.
• Exercises sound judgment in responding to inquiries; understands when to route inquiries to next level.
  
  
  

Key Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail for accurate data entry and insurance verification; strong organizational skills
• Basic understanding of healthcare insurance payors and programs
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, privacy laws)
• Basic math and cash handling
• Excellent customer service skills
  
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of medical terminology
  
  
  

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package
  
  
  

We also offer the following benefits for FREE

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
  
  
  

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Receptionist *Front desk *Ophthalmology
  
  
  

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