Medical Front Desk Specialist

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

Very Competitive Hourly Pay

Fun and Energetic Environment

Great hours

Discount on Products and Services

Health, dental, vision, 401KJob Summary

We are looking for a friendly, welcoming Medical Front Desk Specialist - Birmingham to join our team!

As the Medical Receptionist for our busy dermatology practice, you will be the first point of contact for our patients. You will greet patients as they arrive, schedule appointments, collect copayments and answer phone calls, as well as attend to the needs of patients throughout their visits. The ideal candidate has a cheerful disposition, excellent communication and computer skills, and enjoys multitasking.

Major Responsibilities/Tasks:

Answers telephone calls in a courteous manner, records messages for physician and other personnel.

Schedules patient appointments and procedures according to established policies and procedures.

Obtains accurate information from patients and ensures all registration and consent forms are complete.

Checks patients in and out, collects payments and reconciles on a daily basis.

Prepares requested medical records and provides to provider for review.

Verifies account balances and refunds for accuracy. Collects unpaid balances upon check-in.

Scans and files records in appropriate sections of EHR.

Monitors efax daily. Links document to patient chart, tasks to appropriate staff for handling.

Processes release of medical records according to HIPAA policies and procedures.

Maintains organization and efficiency of front office, including office supply inventory.

Maintains patient confidentiality.

Performs other related duties as directed or assigned.Qualifications

Two or more years of experience working as a medical receptionist

EHR experience required, ModMed/EMA a PLUS

Dermatology experience a PLUS

Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service

Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Familiar with computers and scheduling software

Excellent multi-tasking skills

Knowledge of HIPAA policies and procedures

Friendly demeanor