Medical Receptionist- Bilingual (English/ Spanish/ Portuguese)- Experience Preferred- East Orange NJ
23 days ago
East Orange
Job Description Responsibilities: • Greet patients in person or via telephone; provide information and answer basic questions, • Schedule and confirm patient appointments, • Verify patient insurance information and manage patient check-ins and check-outs, • Collect and process patient payments and co-pays, • Maintain and update patient records in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, • Handle administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and managing correspondence, • Coordinate with medical staff to ensure smooth patient flow and communication, • Assist with patient referrals and authorizations as needed, • Ensure the reception area is clean, organized, and welcoming, • Fluency in English, Spanish or Portuguese, • Ability and willingness to work at least one Saturday each month, • Proficiency in basic medical terminology, • Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality, • Strong customer service skills, with a professional and friendly demeanor, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • High school diploma or GED equivalent, • Previous experience as a medical receptionist or in a similar role, • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred