Medical Receptionist

Lee Hecht Harrison

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Call Volume, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Medical Office Administration, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Records Management, Team Player
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
2 days ago

Medical Receptionist (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: South Loop, Chicago, IL

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Are you a customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced medical environment? We are seeking a Medical Receptionist to join a busy healthcare practice in Chicago's South Loop. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience with a growing organization while working in a patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities

  • Greet and check in patients in a professional and welcoming manner

  • Schedule, confirm, and reschedule patient appointments

  • Verify insurance coverage and update patient demographics

  • Collect copays, balances, and required documentation

  • Answer and direct high-volume incoming phone calls

  • Manage patient records and maintain accurate electronic documentation

  • Assist providers and clinical staff with administrative support as needed

  • Coordinate referrals, authorizations, and patient correspondence

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient front desk area

  • Deliver exceptional customer service while managing multiple priorities

Qualifications

  • 1+ year of medical receptionist, patient access, or healthcare front desk experience preferred

  • Experience with insurance verification and appointment scheduling

  • Strong computer skills and familiarity with EMR/EHR systems

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

  • Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Professional, reliable, and team-oriented attitude

Benefits statement: LHH offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, retirement savings and other benefits to Associates on assignment.

Pay Details: $20.00 per hour

Search managed by: Marissa Osorio

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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