Medical Receptionist / Medical Front DeskPay: Starting at $22.00 per hour, with increases based on experienceLocation: Riverhead, NY 11901
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: MondayFriday | Day Shift
Job DescriptionMedical Receptionist $22+/hr | MondayFriday | Riverhead, NYHumanHire is currently seeking a friendly, organized, and detail-oriented
Medical Receptionist / Front Desk Receptionist for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with a well-established outpatient medical practice in Riverhead, NY.
Pay starts at $22 per hour, with higher compensation offered based on experience.This is a great opportunity for someone with medical office, patient scheduling, or healthcare administrative experience who enjoys working directly with patients in a busy, team-oriented environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while providing a positive patient experience.
What This Position Offers
Starting pay of $22/hr, with increases based on experience
Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
MondayFriday schedule
Stable outpatient medical office environment
Collaborative and supportive healthcare team
Opportunity for long-term career growth
Hands-on experience with medical scheduling, patient registration, and electronic medical records
Key Responsibilities
Greet and check in patients and visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
Manage daily front desk operations, including office opening and closing procedures.
Answer incoming phone calls, respond to patient inquiries, and schedule appointments.
Complete patient registration, check-in, and check-out procedures.
Collect copays, process patient payments, and reconcile daily financial transactions.
Assist patients with completing registration forms and necessary documentation.
Create, update, and maintain patient records using electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
Manage physician schedules and coordinate patient appointments.
Monitor appointment lists to ensure patients are scheduled appropriately.
Respond to incoming patient messages and coordinate with clinical staff when needed.
Assist with patient surveys, preventive screenings, and administrative documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area.
Protect patient information and maintain HIPAA compliance.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to support efficient office operations.
Perform additional administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
QualificationsRequired:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment.
Comfortable answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting patients.
Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
Preferred:
Previous experience as a Medical Receptionist, Medical Front Desk Associate, Patient Service Representative, or Patient Care Coordinator.
Experience in a physician's office, outpatient clinic, or other healthcare setting.
Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems.
Experience with medical appointment scheduling, patient registration, and insurance verification.
Experience collecting copays and processing patient payments.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
Candidates with medical office, healthcare customer service, patient registration, or front desk experience are encouraged to apply!