Front Desk Medical Receptionist at ERIE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER

Waukegan, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Bilingual, Patient Registration, Appointment Scheduling, Insurance Verification, Payment Collection, Team Collaboration, Electronic Medical Records, Microsoft Products, EPIC Experience

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center - 2323 W Grand Ave - Waukegan, IL 60085 Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. Erie Family Health Centers, a nationally recognized top workplace with 13 sites in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Patient Support Services team! The Front Desk Medical Receptionist is to assist in obtaining, confirming, and updating patient information, including demographics, insurance, assigned physicians, and preferred pharmacy in the electronic medical records system. As the first in-person point of contact for our patients, the successful candidate is responsible for conducting themselves in a professional, accommodating, and concerned manner toward patients, visitors, and other staff members always. At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement. Compensation is based on each candidate’s experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered. Main Duties & Responsibilities Registering patients, inputting charges, scheduling and verifying appointments Collecting payments at the time of service, applying fee scales appropriately, safeguarding cash and verifying insurance Functioning collaboratively with other Patient Support Services, Front Desk Medical Receptionists, and other clinical services to ensure efficient, friendly, cost-effective service. Qualifications Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Skills and Knowledge Required Prior customer service required. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are required. Bilingual is required. Preferred Prior physician's office experience is beneficial. Experience in utilizing a computer and Microsoft Products and electronic medical records system is beneficial. EPIC experience is a plus. The Erie Advantage Pledge: WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that: Our mission, vision, and values unite us. Our voices matter. We do things well. Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging. We find our career sweet spot at Erie.

Responsibilities

The Front Desk Medical Receptionist is responsible for registering patients, scheduling appointments, and updating patient information in the electronic medical records system. They must conduct themselves professionally and provide friendly service to patients and staff.