Medical Receptionist at The Child & Family Guidan

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Spanish Bilingualism, Medical Office Administration, Clerical Duties, Patient Account Management, Medical Records Management, Communication Skills, Confidentiality, Collaboration

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Since 1925 The Child and Family Guidance Center has been serving children and families. We provide culturally informed mental health care and complementary support, regardless of ability to pay. If you would like to be a part of our team and make a real difference in people’s lives. The Child and Family Guidance Center is currently seeking a full-time Medical Receptionist. The Medical Receptionist is responsible for assisting clients and staff in a busy Outpatient Behavioral Health Unit. They will be a bi-lingual Spanish speaker working within the guidelines, policies, procedures and mission of the Child and Family Guidance Center; understands and supports the Agency’s strategic plan and its Values. Salary - $19hr The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following Essential Functions: * Greet clients and visitors, in person or on the telephone answering or referring inquiries. * Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, and mailing. * Assist psychiatrists with making phone calls, scanning, copying, and faxing. * Follow office policies and procedures. * Maintain patient accounts by validating all personal and financial information. * Maintain, record and process clinical results as requested by clinical staff. * Maintain confidentiality of client information. * Manage correspondence to and from community providers, families, pharmacies, and other organizations involved in care. * Assist in coverage as needed. * Ability to work collaboratively with others while meeting deadlines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications: * Bi-lingual Spanish speaker is required. * High School Diploma or GED is required. * One to three years’ medical office experience required. * Experience using medical records is preferred. * Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing Schedule: A 40hr work week Monday – Friday, 8 to 5 Benefits * Health Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision * Life Insurance * Paid Time Off EEO Statement: The Child and Family Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, gender, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, or physical disability. Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. website: www.cfguidance.org

Responsibilities

The Medical Receptionist manages front-desk operations, including greeting clients, handling inquiries, and performing general clerical tasks. They are also responsible for maintaining patient accounts, processing clinical results, and coordinating correspondence with community providers.