JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Performs receptionist duties and provides clerical support for office. Greets patients and interfaces with hospital staff, clinical staff, patients, and visitors in a professional manner. May be responsible for obtaining prior authorization for office referrals and applying knowledge of current clinical diagnosis and billing codes. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION SHS Orthopedics offers generalized and specialized orthopedic surgery including shoulder, elbow, wrist (carpal tunnel/trigger finger) and hand surgery.