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Receptionist

MercyOne
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Description:

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Perform patient check-in at the time of visit and completes all paperwork necessary to ensure the admitting process is efficient and all clinic and regulatory policies are in compliance.

Answer phone calls and direct them appropriately.

Schedule appointments according to office guideline.

Obtain accurate patient and insurance information, collecting copays (TOS) and deductible amounts.

Copy/scan patient access related hardcopy materials (e.g. ID, referrals, insurance cards, etc.) into the correct location in the electronic medical record.

Prepare charts for patient appointments making sure all necessary information is complete.

Conduct all functions associated with patient check-out including pricing services, collecting patient responsibility payments and scheduling follow-up appointments.

Perform duties involving record filing and retrieval and assisting with the filing of registration documentation in electronic medical records.

Confirm next day appointments and alerts patients as to what documentation is needed, including details associated with time-of-service payment.

Follow up with patients regarding the Missed Appointment Policy and send out the appropriate communications.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education for Staff Job Levels

Must be 16 years of age.

Highschool diploma or GED preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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