What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Medical Receptionist position at University Eye Specialists?
Job Description
Located in Downtown Chicago, right off Magnificent Mile, University Eye Specialists provides comprehensive eye care services including medical, laser, and surgical treatment of eye diseases. Our doctors are experts in glaucoma and cataract management. Our team consists of four surgeons, one optometrist, and a great team of highly skilled and passionate employees.
Job Description:
University Eye Specialists is recruiting an ambitious, enthusiastic and detail oriented medical receptionist to join our Chicago team. This position offers a fast-paced and professional atmosphere, where employees are empowered to use their knowledge, skills and abilities to provide outstanding patient care. The right candidate must be energetic, personable, reliable and punctual. Friendly work environment, great benefits; experience in ophthalmology field and epic preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Communicates with patients and guests including greeting them upon arrival, confirming identity and providing necessary information related to their visit.
- Completes check-in/out functions as directed.
- Confirms and updates patient identification and demographic/insurance information.
- Completes patient registration as needed.
- Obtains patient consents/authorizations.
- Collects co-payments, past due balances and point of service payments.
- Posts payments, process billing information and perform end of day cash drawer closing.
- Keeps waiting area clean and comfortable.
- Informs patients of any delays or changes in appointment status.
- Schedules appointments as necessary.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
University Eye Specialists offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
- Health and dental insurance
- 401K plan
- Generous paid time off/ holidays
- Discounts on products and services,
Job Type: Full-time
EMR Used:
- Epic
Typical end time:
- 5PM
Typical start time:
- 8AM
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer Skills: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20