Receptionist Jobs

In the medical administration industry, a Receptionist plays a vital role in providing administrative support, ensuring efficient operation within the medical facility. They perform various tasks such as scheduling patient appointments, managing patient records, handling incoming calls, and greeting patients as they arrive. Receptionists also handle billing, answer patient inquiries, and work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure that the office runs smoothly.

Important skills for a Medical Receptionist include excellent communication and organizational abilities, familiarity with medical terminologies, a friendly demeanor, and proficiency in using computer systems. A high school diploma is typically required, but certification in medical administration, such as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) or a Certified Medical Receptionist (CMR) certification, can enhance job prospects. Before becoming a Receptionist, an individual might have roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or Office Clerk.

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Urgent Team

Medical Receptionist

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care is looking for experienced Medical Receptionists to join our team in Clarksville, TN....

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MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT PATIENTS ANSWER PHONE SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT CHECK ELIGIBILITY AND VERIFY INSURANCE AND GET AUTH ON PROCEDURES ASSIST OTHER EMPLOYEES WITH INSURANCE INFORMATION AND OUR...

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CoreLife Healthcare

Front Desk Coordinator - Medical Office

Front Desk Coordinator – Medical Office / Patient Services CoreLife – A Partner of MedStar Health Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient service and creating a welcoming...

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Urgent Team

Medical Receptionist - PRN

Baptist Health Urgent Care is looking for experienced Medical Receptionists to join our team in North Little Rock, AR....

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Eye Care Partners

Medical Receptionist - Training Provided!

Double check insurance authorizations to ensure completion and build accurate flow sheets. Check out patients and collect correct payments according to procedures....

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Care Coordinator (Medical Receptionist/PSR)

  • Strive Physical Therapy
  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Strive Physical Therapy, a member of the Confluent Health family, is looking for a Full Time Front Desk Medical Receptionist to join our Ocean Township team!...

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Patient Services Representative

  • Motion Physical Therapy Group
  • Fishkill, NY
  • 29 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY
  • 29 days ago

access to care Maintain accurate patient records by registering new patients, updating information in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, and preparing necessary documents Answer phone calls...

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Medical Support Specialist (Paramedic/EMT-P) - Plasma Center

  • Biolife Plasma Services
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 6 days ago

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

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Medical Support Specialist (RN Nurse) - Plasma Center

  • Biolife Plasma Services
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 13 days ago

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

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Patient Access Representative (PRN All shifts) - Seacoast

  • McLeod Health
  • Little River, SC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Little River, SC
  • 1 hour ago

Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values....

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Patient Access Representative

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Estacada, OR
  • 1 hour ago
  • Estacada, OR
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary: Responsible for timely and accurate patient registration. Interviews patients for all pertinent account information....

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Lead Patient Access Representative

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our...

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Front Desk Medical Receptionist

  • Physical Therapy Central
  • Stillwater, OK
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stillwater, OK
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Physical Therapy Central, a member of the Confluent Health family, is looking for a Full- T ime Front Desk Medical Receptionist to join our team!...

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Patient Care Specialist (Medical Receptionist)

  • Fast Pace Health
  • Washington, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, NC
  • 1 hour ago

The Patient Care Specialist provides effective customer service by using in-depth knowledge of front office processes to include patient registration and insurance practices, as well as effective communication...

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Associate Patient Care Coordinator - Administration

  • Providence Health
  • Renton, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 1 hour ago

An Associate Patient Care Coordinator provides various receptionist and skilled clerical duties to support the department....

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Receptionist Pathway
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Medical Receptionist Training
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Professional Receptionist Essentials
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Salary for Receptionist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Receptionists offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
23.7%
Associate's Degree
22.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
Master's Degree
5.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.7%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Receptionists
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%

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