Medical Receptionist

Summit Health CityMD•Astoria, NY

18h

About The Position

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) welcomes patients at CityMD and provides exemplary customer service. The role registers patients and coordinates with the care team to support a timely patient experience. It also involves responding to patient questions and concerns promptly and kindly, both in person and by telephone, and completing paperwork associated with patient registration.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
Happy, welcoming, can-do attitude with patients and coworkers.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Detail-oriented and a team player.
Computer proficiency and superior keyboarding skills (approximately 55 wpm).
Flexible and adaptable nature to work in a continuously evolving environment.
Passion for helping others in a healthcare environment.
Ability to effectively interact with physicians, patients, and other staff members.
Bilingual language skills may be required based on site location.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a high-volume or high-intensity service industry, such as hospitality, restaurant, hospital, medical office, or retail.
Bilingual language skills, preferred based on site location.

Responsibilities

Greet and welcome patients.
Organize and coordinate patient intake and other appointments.
Accurately enter and update patient information in the system.
Assist patients with completing paperwork when necessary.
Scan, update, and file medical records.
Answer phone calls and respond to questions promptly and politely.
Process medical insurance information, verify patient eligibility, and address patient insurance questions, liaising with the Billing department as appropriate.
Handle cash and co-payments accurately and responsibly.
Provide outstanding customer service to every patient.
Inform the site manager or assistant site manager about waiting room wait times and patient inquiries.