Medical Receptionist /Medical Assistant

American Family Care Naperville•Naperville, IL

About The Position

We are seeking a PERSON TO WORK AT THE Front Desk and back office with a Medical Assistant background to join our team! As a Fron Desk Receptionist / Medical Assistant, you will be preparing for each patient visit by running Realtime Eligibility, Communicate Insurance Co- payments and Deductibles, preparing charts and placing notes before their arrival, providing routine support alongside nurses and medical staff, and assisting with keeping track of tests and lab reporting to ensure everything arrives on time, and the patient is kept informed on their condition and care. You will also be helping manage the inventory of medical supplies, setting up machines and testing equipment, and cleaning instruments and rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning more about the working medical environment and has previous Medical Office experience.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Previous medical clerical experience preferred.
Basic computer knowledge, e.g., Microsoft Office.
Accuracy and detail orientation.
Positive customer service skills.
Well-groomed appearance.
Clear and articulate phone mannerisms.
BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant
Excellent customer service skills
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Prepare the clinic for opening each day by reviewing the facility, opening all systems applications, and preparing new patient registration packets and required documents
Greet patients, provide patients with initial paperwork, and obtain copies of insurance and identification cards
Register patients, update patient records, verify insurance accurately and timely manner, and check patients out
Determine, collect, and process patient payments and address collection and billing issues
Prepare for the patient visit, including Checking Insurance information, pulling charts and notes , as well as setting up medical equipment
Clean instruments and equipment after use
Answer phones and field questions about medical issues, identifying visit needs
Assist nurses and doctors with basic medical care and procedures
Track lab results, call in prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties
Respond promptly to customer needs, provide excellent customer service, assist patients with follow-up appointments, and fulfill medical documentation requests
Balance daily patient charges (cash, check, credit cards) against system reports
Complete closing procedures by preparing closing documentation and submitting required reports
Complete cash control procedures and secure financial assets
Maintain complete and accurate documentation
Track lab results, call in prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, and more!