Medical Receptionist - (US-NY-Brooklyn - 11256)

Compensation: $11.00 - $13.00 / Hour
Minimum Education: High School
Job Type: Part Time
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Position Overview
The receptionist is responsible for all front desk tasks and to enable a smooth turnover of patients and fulfilling their medical needs and requests. Candidate must be a quick learner with great organizational, multi-tasking and communication skills. Must be a team player and able to work well under pressure.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
• Answer telephone, screen and direct calls, and provide detailed information to callers
• Greet patients entering and leaving practice
• Prepare letters and documents; Receive and sort mail and deliveries
• Schedule appointments and verify patient eligibility
• Handle prescription requests and renewals by phone, fax, electronically and in person
• Check same day and next day's schedule for referral needs
• Precertify all outside services such as CT, MRI, orthotics when needed
• Assist medical assistant staff with escorting patients to exam rooms when needed
• Assist medical assistant staff in maintaining a clean office.
• Cover for other positions and employees when required
Skills & Qualifications
• Has at least 2 years of experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; Ability to speak effectively before patients and staff
• Computer skills are a must and knowledge of Electronic Medical Records is a plus. Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office and knowledge of scanning documents
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; Basic mathematical skills required
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation
• Excellent references are required
• Willing to work flexible hours
Days & Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Compensation: DOE