What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Medical Receptionist for busy Dermatology practice! position at AQUA DERMATOLOGY MANAGEMENT LLC?
Water’s Edge Dermatology, an AQUA Dermatology portfolio practice, is Florida’s largest and most comprehensive full-service skin care provider in the Southeast, offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, vein care and radiation oncology. Founded in 1998, AQUA Dermatology is the Southeast’s premier dermatology practice with over 100 locations throughout Florida, Alabama and Georgia. Our established practices and experienced physicians offer patients the most quality outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. From common rashes to skin cancer treatments, plastic surgery procedures to an array of vein treatments, no case is beyond our experience and expertise
Medical Receptionists are the first point of the administrative contact for patients in the office; performing a variety of basic office functions such as greeting, scheduling, and checking patients in and out for their appointments.
Company benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Ancillary benefits
- Employee discounts on services and products
Essential Functions
- Adheres to the Water’s Edge Mission Statement, Credo and Service Goals, and Values providing exceptional customer service at all times.
- Greets and welcomes patients as they arrive for their appointments.
- Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by ensuring the collection of all necessary documentation for treatment and accurately collects and applies payments of services and products.
- Answers the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner using proper telephone etiquette; directs calls as necessary.
- Facilitates patient flow by notifying the clinical staff of patient arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating such with patients and clinical staff, checking patients in and out for their appointments.
- Keeps office supplies adequately stocked by anticipating inventory needs and monitoring office equipment.
- Learns new products and maintains an accurate inventory of all items.
- Ensures a positive experience for each patient through excellent customer service practices.
- Verifies patient health benefits with approved health care companies.
- Sends out and receives medical records and referrals for patient care.
- Keeps reception area clean and organized.
- Works in a team environment to accomplish common tasks in a collegial manner.
Travel
Travel to other Water's Edge locations is required
Work Environment
This job operates in a healthcare setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the practice. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.
Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Strong customer service background
1-2 years of Medical Reception experience is preferred