Medical Receptionist

Digestive Health Clinic, LLC is looking to add a qualified Medical Receptionist to our team in Boise! This is a full-time, Monday - Friday, permanent position.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Answers the telephone, determines the callers need, and directs calls accordingly.
• Greets patients and visitors. Determines their needs and directs them accordingly.
• Checks patient registration information in computer at time of patient appointments. Updates and enters patient registration information as necessary in the chart and computer. Checks that all patient forms are complete. Scan insurance cards and required forms received. Gives patients token numbers for use of our patient portal.
• Answers questions and gives information directly or on the telephone within the scope of practice. All other questions referred to a specific department as needed.
• Refers medical questions regarding patient care or instruction regarding patient preparation to medical staff.
• Mails all necessary paperwork for upcoming appointments daily.
• Audits charts for the next day appointments.
• Collects all co-pays, deductibles, and past balances as indicated on insurance card or as documented by billing staff. Updates new insurance information as received.

Education/Experience requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. One year related experience preferred.

Skill requirements:

1. Good communication and verbal skills.

2. Good filing skills.

3. Knowledge of grammar and spelling.

4. Medical terminology a plus.

5. General computer knowledge and typing skills.

6. Ability to discuss financial problems with patients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Financial planning services
• Flexible spending account
• Free flu shots
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center
• Clinic
• Private practice

Medical specialties:

• Gastroenterology

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• This is a full-time permanent position. Are you seeking full-time permanent work?

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Required)
• Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person