full-time 1 day ago
Medical Receptionist
Center for Digestive Disease
129 Vision Park Boulevard, Shenandoah, TX 77384
From 18/hr
About the Practice
6 Team Members
Epic Software
Office Tour & Photos
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment while efficiently managing administrative tasks. Your expertise in medical administrative support, EMR systems, and health information management will help streamline clinic operations and enhance patient care experiences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a busy healthcare setting with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service. Prefer 5 years experience.
Responsibilities
Greet patients and visitors warmly, providing excellent front desk customer service and phone etiquette.
Schedule appointments using medical scheduling software, coordinating with clinical staff to optimize daily operations.
Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, or other EMR platforms to accurately document patient information.
Verify patient insurance coverage, including Medicare and health insurance knowledge, ensuring proper billing and coding procedures are followed.
Collect and process payments related to medical billing and collections while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
Review medical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding standards, and other medical coding requirements.
Maintain organized medical records, files, and documentation review processes in accordance with health information management standards.
Assist with medical office management tasks such as filing, data entry (including 10 key typing), and office supply coordination.
Communicate effectively with patients regarding care plans, appointment reminders, or follow-up instructions via phone or electronic messaging.
Support clinical staff by preparing necessary paperwork and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
Qualifications
Proven experience in a medical office setting or healthcare environment with strong clerical experience.
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with electronic health records management is essential.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding standards, and health insurance processes including Medicare billing.
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and data entry capabilities (10 key typing).
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for documentation review and filing procedures.
Exceptional customer service skills combined with professional phone etiquette and communication abilities.
Ability to handle sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies.
Bilingual abilities are a plus to serve diverse patient populations effectively.
Prior clinic experience or healthcare administrative support is highly desirable; familiarity with Meditech or Epic systems is preferred but not required.
Join our team as a Medical Receptionist to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment that values professionalism, accuracy, and compassionate service!
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment while efficiently managing administrative tasks. Your expertise in medical administrative support, EMR systems, and health information management will help streamline clinic operations and enhance patient care experiences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a busy healthcare setting with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service. Prefer 5 years experience.
Responsibilities
Greet patients and visitors warmly, providing excellent front desk customer service and phone etiquette.
Schedule appointments using medical scheduling software, coordinating with clinical staff to optimize daily operations.
Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, or other EMR platforms to accurately document patient information.
Verify patient insurance coverage, including Medicare and health insurance knowledge, ensuring proper billing and coding procedures are followed.
Collect and process payments related to medical billing and collections while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
Review medical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding standards, and other medical coding requirements.
Maintain organized medical records, files, and documentation review processes in accordance with health information management standards.
Assist with medical office management tasks such as filing, data entry (including 10 key typing), and office supply coordination.
Communicate effectively with patients regarding care plans, appointment reminders, or follow-up instructions via phone or electronic messaging.
Support clinical staff by preparing necessary paperwork and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
Qualifications
Proven experience in a medical office setting or healthcare environment with strong clerical experience.
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with electronic health records management is essential.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding standards, and health insurance processes including Medicare billing.
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and data entry capabilities (10 key typing).
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for documentation review and filing procedures.
Exceptional customer service skills combined with professional phone etiquette and communication abilities.
Ability to handle sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies.
Bilingual abilities are a plus to serve diverse patient populations effectively.
Prior clinic experience or healthcare administrative support is highly desirable; familiarity with Meditech or Epic systems is preferred but not required.
Join our team as a Medical Receptionist to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment that values professionalism, accuracy, and compassionate service!
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Administrative experience
• Clerical experience
• Medical terminology
• Medical scheduling
• Organizational skills
• Clerical experience
• Medical terminology
• Medical scheduling
• Organizational skills
About Center for Digestive Disease
Center for Digestive Disease, part of Gastroenterology Partners of North Houston, serves Montgomery County and surrounding communities from locations in Shenandoah and Huntsville, Texas. The clinic specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gastrointestinal and liver diseases, with a focus on screening, endoscopic procedures, and patient education. Its physician team provides care for conditions including inflammatory bowel disease, reflux, anemia, celiac disease, and liver disease.