What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist position at UW Health in Northern Illinois?
Pay Range: $16.45 - $22.21 / hour
Additional components of compensation may include:
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- Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
- Overtime
- On-call pay
Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice
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POSITION SUMMARY: Schedules appointments, takes messages and maintains patient demographic financial information. Greets and directs department patients and visitors and provides assistance as necessary. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department by answering phones and providing a variety of clerical support. |
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EDUCATION/TRAINING: Previous receptionist or word processing experience preferred. |
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LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: N/A |
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EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Must be able to type accurately and the ability to type 35 wpm is preferred. Excellent verbal, written, organizational and critical decision making skills required. Must be able to read, write legibly and communicate effectively. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels of staff within the organization and community under varied conditions. Ability to operate a variety of general office equipment and use of a computer. Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. |
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and physician brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Salary : $16 - $22
