Medical Receptionist - Full Time - Neurology - Toledo
NOMS Healthcare · Toledo, OH · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
NOMS Healthcare provides a physician-owned, physician-led approach to healthcare with a focus on patient-centered care and community betterment. The organization values Trust, Teamwork, Patient-Centered Care, Community Focus, and High Quality, shaping how services are delivered and how teams collaborate. As a medical receptionist, you will embody these values daily while supporting patient care, teamwork, and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients in a polite, prompt, and helpful manner.
- Distribute and collect patient forms via clipboard or electronic devices.
- Update and maintain accurate patient data, insurance information, and collect co-pays or outstanding balances.
- Answer phones professionally, screen calls, take messages, and address customer needs expeditiously.
- Scan, identify, process, and file documents using copy machines or desktop scanners.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
- Complete necessary paperwork such as encounter forms.
- Use computer systems to generate billing information.
- Maintain a clean, orderly waiting area, including beverage areas and reading materials.
- Assist with scheduling testing/procedures and patient appointments with referred physicians.
- Book, coordinate, reschedule appointments, and relay messages to staff.
- Maintain and update physician schedules to ensure accurate patient scheduling and appointment confirmations.
- Oversee the reception area, coordinate patient movement, and report problems or irregularities.
- Attend required meetings and assist in the care and maintenance of office equipment.
Requirements
- High school graduation or GED.
- Typing ability and word processing/computer skills.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a customer service setting.
- Preferably six months of receptionist experience in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with office equipment.
- Knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.
- Knowledge of reception tasks, clinic policies/procedures, and paperwork.
- Ability to communicate clearly in person and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, families, physicians, staff, and other customers.
- Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and multitask effectively.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
Skills
- Proficiency in using office equipment including phones and computers.
- Customer service skills to create a pleasant waiting room atmosphere.
- Ability to use a multi-line telephone system in a pleasant and helpful manner.
- Skills in handling paperwork and filing adequately.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Variety of à la carte benefit options.
- Wellness incentive program focused on employee health.
Pay
Competitive pay, reviewed annually to align with local market rates.
Schedule
Position based in Toledo, Ohio, with a positive team environment and opportunities to work with diverse patients.