Medical Receptionist

Company: Retina Sacramento MSO, LLC
Location: Roseville
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Come and join our team! We are a local growing private medical practice specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with diseases of the retina and vitreous. We are looking for individuals who would like to establish a career in healthcare working with nationally recognized physicians. We provide on the job training giving you the ability to grow and advance your skills along with gaining innovative knowledge. Established in 1977, we have locations all over Northern California including Sacramento, Grass Valley, Roseville, Stockton, Modesto, Fairfield, Elk Grove, Folsom, Yuba City and Chico. Our physicians are nationally known, and we continue to be on the leading edge of retina care by utilizing the latest equipment and both participating in and designing new clinical trials to advance the state of care for retinal diseases. Join 150+ other team members working for our nationally recognized retina specialty practice in a fast paced, high volume medical office.We seek a full-time Medical Receptionist to support our team. Although you must be able to work independently, you will be working directly with physicians, patients, and clinical and business office staff. Collaboration and being a team player are essential to the success of this role. This position will require travel to other locations as needed.Full-time immediate employee benefits:Paid Time Off (PTO) 13 days per year, as accrued.7 Paid Holidays per year.Scrub AllowanceAbility to participate in company 401k plan offered through Fidelity.On the first of the month following 30 days of employment benefits:Medical insurance - employer pays 95% of premium of base HMO plan for employee (dependent coverage available for purchase).Group dental, vision, life, and accident plans available for purchase.Flexible Spending Account participation available.Allows pre-tax deferrals of amounts for medical, dental or vision premiumsAllows pre-tax deferrals for dependent care expenses, subject to limitationsAfter 90 days of employment - Paid Sick Leave of 3 days per year.After one year of service - 401K Plan Safe Harbor contribution (3% of annual earnings) received after 2022 plan year ends.Pay depends on experience and ranges from $17.50 - $28.00 per hour for all levels. Starting pay is generally $17.50 per hour. Job ResponsibilitiesGreet patients, family members, visitors, staff and physicians in a warm and respectful mannerStrong communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate with referring physicians and their staffAbility to work independently or in a team environment and assist coworkers in various aspectsAnswer phones in a pleasant and professional mannerAdaptable to fast paced environmentGain knowledge and the ability to schedule new and established patients in accordance with scheduling guidelinesCheck any messages and respond as appropriateReview various faxes, and patient referrals within 24 hoursEagerness to perform additional tasksProblem solving skillsVerify insurance eligibility, add insurance and any authorizations neededAssist with the patient check in/check out process to optimize patient experienceEnsure patient financial obligations are appropriately addressed at time of serviceAbility to maintain a HIPAA and OSHA compliant workstation Required Skills and QualificationsAbility to communicate clearly, verbally, and in writingAbility to apply policies and principles to solve everyday problemsAbility to plan, exercise initiative, problem solve, make decisionsAbility to complete multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to establish priorities and coordinate work activitiesExcellent organization and time management skillsAbility to work in an unsupervised environment, both as a team and as an individualAbility to maintain a courteous demeanor while maintaining required level of productivityKnowledge of insurances: HMO's, PPO's, Medicare, MediCalKnowledge of how to operate standard office equipmentAble to dilate, check vision, and enter appropriate chief complaintUnderstand what diagnoses are considered emergenciesAbility to document accurately and efficiently patient communicationsAbility to follow direction well, maintain professionalism, and be punctualEnjoy working with patients, primarily elderly patientsPatience and empathyAbility to work as a part of a teamAbility to work under pressure in a high paced environment Physical Requirements:Sitting and viewing computer screen for extended periodsKeyboarding for extended periodsStanding or walking, up to 75% of the timeLifting, reaching, and bending, oftenClose visual acuity required to perform duties such as viewing computer monitor, and determining accuracy and thoroughness of work

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