Job Description
Medical Front Desk Receptionist (OBGYN Practice)
Port Jefferson, NY
Full-Time: Mon-Fri, 8.5 hour shifts - One evening per week till 8:00 pm Why Join Us?
New York Health (NYH) is revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated
approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare
professionals works collaboratively to provide comprehensive care that addresses all
aspects of patient wellbeing. With advanced facilities and a commitment to personalized
healthcare, NYH is raising the standard for patient care in our communities. Join us in
our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based
practices that empower patients on their healthcare journeys.
In this role, you will: - Be responsible for the daily opening and closing procedures of the office.
- Welcome all patients and visitors by greeting them in a pleasant, professional manner.
- Assist in comforting patients and maintaining the reception area.
- Answer telephones; respond to inquiries; resolve issues; and schedule patient appointments.
- Collect co-pays and balance the total finances of the office on a daily basis.
- Assist patients with the completion of all necessary forms and documentation.
- Build and maintain patient records through the use of the practice EMR system.
- Build, monitor and maintain physician schedules according to suggested scheduling rubrics.
- Assist with the daily distribution of quality assurance surveys and prevention screenings.
- Monitor and respond to incoming messages from Care Team inboxes in collaboration with nurses.
- Monitor daily visit lists to ensure all patients who require appointments are scheduled appropriately.
- Protect patient privacy by adhering to the HIPAA confidentiality guidelines.
- Contribute to a team effort by smoothly transitioning into other related daily roles, as necessary.
- Maintain daily operations of the office by following standard policies and procedures.
- Perform tasks as assigned for special projects.
We require: - High School diploma with at least 2 years of patient-facing reception experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to accept direction and work within a team concept.
- Strong customer service skills.
- One year of an EMR experience preferred.
What we offer: Salary: Starting at $25 per hour
Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO, 8 paid holidays (2
floating)
Join us at NYH, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and
compassionate care.
Visit our website at: Nyhealth.com
Follow us on Facebook: NYH on Facebook
*New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *
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