Medical Receptionist

Job Title: Medical Receptionist Contract: Regular Locum Days: Monday-Friday System: Emis Web Rate: £14.80 per hour Overview We are seeking a friendly and organized Medical Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a positive first impression for patients and visitors and providing administrative support to our medical facility. Responsibilities * Greet patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner * Answer and direct phone calls * Schedule patient appointments and update patient records * Verify insurance information and collect co-payments * Manage electronic health records * Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and data entry * Ensure the reception area is clean and well-organized Qualifications * Proven experience as a medical receptionist or in a similar role * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities * Proficiency in medical terminology and basic knowledge of insurance processes * Ability to handle confidential information in compliance with HIPAA regulations * Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) systems Day-to-day * Greeting patients and visitors with a warm and welcoming attitude * Answering phone calls and directing them to the appropriate person or department * Scheduling appointments and updating patient information in the system * Managing office tasks such as filing, faxing, and data entry * Verifying insurance information and collecting payments in a professional manner