Medical Receptionist

Medical Receptionist Job Description The Medical Receptionist plays a key role in ensuring smooth front-office operations and delivering excellent patient service in a dermatology practice. This position is responsible for managing patient interactions, coordinating appointments, and supporting clinical staff with administrative tasks. Responsibilities Greet patients warmly and check them in for appointments, verifying insurance and personal information. Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments for general dermatology, cosmetic procedures, and follow-ups. Answer multi-line phone system, respond to inquiries, and route calls to appropriate staff. Collect co-pays and process payments; maintain accurate billing and insurance records. Prepare and maintain patient charts and documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. Coordinate with medical assistants and providers to ensure efficient patient flow. Handle prior authorizations and referrals for dermatologic treatments and procedures. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the front desk and waiting area. Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations. Essential Skills Proficiency in healthcare and EMR systems. Strong customer service skills. Experience in verifying insurance and patient intake. Ability to handle a multi-line phone system. Additional Skills & Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. 1+ year of customer service experience in any capacity. Computer proficiency. Work Environment The position is based in a busy dermatology office with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with the possibility of staying later if business dictates. The work environment offers competitive benefits packages, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k with 3% company contribution and profit-sharing opportunities, free on-site parking, flexible scheduling, and paid time off. Regular performance and compensation reviews are also conducted. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fishkill,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.