Medical Receptionist - Podiatry Office

Family Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a dependable, professional, and friendly Medical Receptionist to join our busy podiatry practice.

We are looking for someone who is organized, comfortable multitasking, and able to provide excellent customer service while keeping the front office running efficiently. Prior medical office experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check patients in and out in a friendly, professional manner
• Answer and manage a high volume of telephone calls
• Schedule, confirm, and reschedule patient appointments
• Verify patient demographics and insurance information
• Collect copays, deductibles, and outstanding balances
• Obtain referrals and authorizations when necessary
• Scan and upload documents into the electronic medical record
• Communicate with physicians, medical assistants, pharmacies, other medical offices, and insurance companies
• Maintain accurate patient records and protect patient confidentiality
• Assist with general front-desk and administrative duties
• Help maintain an organized and efficient patient flow throughout the day

Qualifications

• Medical office/reception experience preferred
• Excellent telephone and customer-service skills
• Strong computer and data-entry skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office
• Dependable, punctual, and organized
• Professional appearance and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow through on tasks
• Comfortable collecting payments and discussing patient balances
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and insurance verification is a plus
• Athenahealth experience is a plus

What We’re Looking For

We especially value someone who takes initiative, learns quickly, works well as part of a team, and understands that excellent patient care begins at the front desk. The ideal candidate is warm and compassionate with patients while also being able to remain organized and professional during busy periods.

Position

Medical Receptionist
Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut
Medical Specialty: Podiatry
Practice: Family Foot & Ankle Specialists

Competitive compensation based on experience.

How to Apply

Please email your CV/resume along with a brief description of your medical office or customer-service experience.