Medical Receptionist

About the role

CT Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Receptionist. In this role, you will work at the front desk of our medical office and assist our patients and other visitors. Your primary job duties will include greeting and checking in patients, answering questions, collecting patient co-pays, and processing paperwork.

Location & Schedule

Trumbull, Fairfield and Westport, CT. Will cover other locations as needed.

Monday through Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Demonstrative initiative and ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational skills and systems aptitude
• Solid computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge on pre-approvals with insurance companies
• Knowledge of Workman's Compensation and Motor Vehicle Accidents is a plus

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, check in patients, verify insurance
• Enter patient demographics and insurance information into the Electronic Medical Record
• Determine fees and process appropriate co-pays, properly record information
• Maintain appropriate levels of cash and balance cash drawer according to procedure

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate of Arts degree, Medical Administrative certificate or higher preferred
• Minimum of two years of front desk experience with a medical practice, including electronic medical record-keeping and insurance authorizations

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) contributions
• Company-paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays to promote work-life balance
• Access to training and development opportunities and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Uniform allowance
• Free parking
• Mileage reimbursement