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Medical Receptionist

Nephrology Center of Excellence
Opelousas, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment while efficiently managing front desk operations. Your expertise in medical administrative support, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, and electronic health record (EHR) systems will be essential to maintaining smooth clinic workflows. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care coordination and clinic management with enthusiasm and professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Greet patients and visitors warmly, providing excellent customer service and guiding them through check-in and check-out processes
  • Schedule appointments accurately using medical scheduling in Epic software
  • Verify insurance coverage, perform insurance authorization and verification, and handle billing inquiries with precision
  • Manage patient records by updating and maintaining electronic health records and HIPAA regulations
  • Review documentation for completeness and accuracy, including medical history forms, and consent forms
  • Answer multi-line phone systems professionally, providing information or directing calls to appropriate staff members
  • Maintain organized filing of medical records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive health information

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Medical Receptionist or in a similar medical administrative role within a clinical setting
  • Strong knowledge of EMR/EHR systems such in Epic
  • Understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security at all times
  • Excellent communication skills with professional phone etiquette.
  • Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), typing (10 key)
  • Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail in documentation review and data entry
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage filing systems, appointment schedules, and patient records effectively

Join our team as a Medical Receptionist if you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient service while supporting seamless clinic operations. Your dedication will directly impact the quality of care we provide!

Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $13

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