Medical Receptionist - Truhlsen Eye Institute
About The Position
Medical Receptionist - Truhlsen Eye Institute Serve as the first point of contact by greeting and welcoming patients and others, (in person, at the check-in desk, or via the telephone). Responsible for answering incoming calls in a professional manner, and/or checking in / out patients per established protocols. Responsible for scheduling patient appointments and registering patients. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:00am--4:30pm Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path. Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.
Requirements
- Minimum of 16 years of age required.
- Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service to physicians, patients and other internal/external customers required.
- Ability to work professionally with physicians, clinic staff and patients in a timely, confidential manner required.
- Demonstrated analytical, prioritization and organizational skills required.
- Demonstrated flexibility and dedication to team environment required.
- Effective communication skills required.
Nice To Haves
- High school education or equivalent preferred.
- One year post-secondary education with coursework in business, medical assistant program or nursing assistant program OR equivalent combination of education/experience in customer service or medical scheduling related capacity (one year of education equals one year of experience) preferred.
- Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel preferred.
- Depending on the position available, fluency in Spanish preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact by greeting and welcoming patients and others, (in person, at the check-in desk, or via the telephone)
- Responsible for answering incoming calls in a professional manner, and/or checking in / out patients per established protocols
- Responsible for scheduling patient appointments and registering patients
Benefits
- Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.
- Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
