The Front Desk Receptionist performs routine clerical and administrative work in answering telephones, assisting clients and visitors, providing assistance, crucial support to prescribers, clinical reporting and scheduling.
Greet and welcome clients and visitors directing them appropriately upon arrival
Check clients in and out on electronic health record system
Answer phones, take messages, and transfer calls as needed
Perform general office duties inclusive but not limited to scanning, faxing, and making copies
Schedule appointments for clients and conduct outreach as determined by management
Assist with processing referrals and intake related scheduling appointments for clients
Provide prescribers with both in-person and virtual support.
Assist prescribers and other staff to ensure efficient scheduling
Provide daily scheduling outreach and regularly submit summary reporting data
Processing of prior authorizations and obtain the required approval for medications
Facilitate Medical Records requests in compliance with state regulatory guidelines
Electronically store, accurately record patient information into EMR system
Provide support to all interdisciplinary teams, including clinical and medical staff
Maintain confidentiality, ensuring to safeguard PHI as well as related documents in compliance with HIPAA regulations
Assist with opening and securely closing the clinic when required
Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Clerical Staff, Management, Program Administration and Leadership
Perform other duties based on operational needs to provide a positive client experience
Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
1 to 2 years of Reception experience in a fast paced office, preferably in medical or community mental health office, is required
Must be proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
Must have the ability to learn new software
Possesses the personality and demeanor to work with difficult clients
Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task
Must be a team player
Thrives under pressure in an outpatient client environment
1 form of picture ID (non-expired)
Unexpired passport: OR
Driver’s License AND Social Security Card; OR
State ID Card AND Social Security Card
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