Front Desk Medical Receptionist - Burbank, United States - Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery

Description

A full-time bi-lingual (Spanish or Armenian) Front Desk Receptionist is wanted for an immediate opening in a busy medical office.

• Welcomes patients and visitors by greeting in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Interacts with patients in a courteous, friendly, and caring manner.
• Performs daytoday administrative functions and general office duties including but not limited to word processing, copying, filing, faxing, answering phones and data entry.
• Optimizes patients' satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone.
• Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient's arrival; maintaining the reception area.
• Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records.
• Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and insurance information. Ensures patient charts are complete and uptodate.
• Scans and uploads new patient registration forms and patient information. Verifies eligibility of insurance benefits and obtains authorizations for care.
• Schedules follow up appointments.
• Contacts Physicians when results (labs, xrays, etc.) have arrived (by fax, mail, etc.)
• Constantly works in a team with all coworkers to ensure good quality patient care.
• Collects copayments and fees for service

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a medical field
• Excellent computer skills Superior Time Management Skills
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Extensive familiarity with health care relevant legislation and standards for the protection of health information and patient privacy (HIPAA)
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and trust along with the ability to work independently
• Excellent Computer and documentation skills
• Very organized and able to multitask; detail oriented
• Understands and follows health provider's instructions; seeks clarification when necessary
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus

• 401(k)
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

• Podiatry
• Surgery

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday