Clinic Receptionist

El Centro Family Health • Las Vegas, NM

3d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager or the Regional Administrator, the Clinic Receptionist is responsible for projecting a positive first impression of the organization, by communicating effectively with workers and the general public, and greeting patients and other visitors, determining their needs and directing them accordingly to the appropriate party with complete confidentiality.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to operate a computer, copier, and fax machine.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical/accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of basic telephone etiquette and protocols.
• Knowledge of clerical, organization, and office skills, including alpha/numeric filing skill.
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to work with people in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing by telephone and email.
• Knowledge and Fluent skill of Microsoft Office Excel and Word applications, internet explorer usage, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in diverse community.
• Requires attention to detail ability to relate data elements, and ability to evaluate discrepancies in data and documents using defined sources of information.
• Must have strong customer-service and teamwork orientation.
• Maintain valid driver's license and clearance for unrestricted automobile insurance coverage pursuant to NM State law.
• Knowledge of electronic medical Records systems.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience, with at least one (1) year in a related field.
• Medical terminology and health insurance claims, Medicaid and Medicare.
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Projecting a positive first impression of the organization.
• Communicating effectively with workers and the general public.
• Greeting patients and other visitors.
• Determining patient/visitor needs and directing them accordingly to the appropriate party.
• Maintaining complete confidentiality.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED