What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at New Virtual Medicine?
New Virtual Medicine, a small psychiatry practice located in Schenectady NY, is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented medical receptionist for front desk operations and patient coordination. The position is full-time: 9am - 5pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 11am - 7pm Tuesday, Thursday.
Responsibilities include:
- Scheduling and patient communication
- Managing intake forms and records
- Assisting with general office administration and operations
- Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in a healthcare setting
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
- At least one year of receptionist or front desk experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professional communication skills
- Comfort following detailed instructions and established procedures
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a medical office or clinic
- Formal training in medical office administration or a related healthcare administrative field
- Familiarity with medical office software or EHR systems
Compensation:
- $18-$21/hour depending on experience and qualifications
- 12 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, accrued monthly
- 6 paid holidays per year
- PTO becomes available after the completion of a 3-month introductory period.
Applicants should submit:
- Resume
- Two to three professional references
- Optional brief cover letter
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks.
If interested, please send your resume, references, and optional cover letter to Pam Molina at: nvm.ds@newvirtualmedicine.org
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Free parking
- On-the-job training
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- receptionist: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Schenectady, NY 12305 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21