Medical Receptionist

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Medical Receptionist in Flint, Michigan. This position is in the Healthcare, Hospitals, and Social Assistance industry. The workplace is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where the primary function is to provide support to the medical team by handling administrative tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Answering incoming calls and providing information to patients
• Managing the scheduling of appointments to ensure efficient operations
• Verifying insurance details and updating records as necessary
• Providing a warm welcome to patients upon arrival and facilitating the check-in and check-out process
• Updating and maintaining electronic medical records with high attention to detail
• Utilizing office equipment to perform tasks such as copying, scanning, and faxing paperwork
• Performing data entry tasks to keep patient and office records up-to-date
• Applying basic medical terminology knowledge in daily tasks
• Managing downtime effectively while maintaining readiness for urgent situations. • Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role, preferably within the healthcare industry
• Proven ability to perform receptionist duties such as managing phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology is required
• Experience in handling medical front office duties such as patient registration, medical record keeping, and health insurance processing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, their families, and medical staff
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in using medical software for patient data entry and appointment scheduling
• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in medical administration is a plus
• Respect for patient confidentiality and adherence to healthcare regulations and safety guidelines
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, if required.