Front Desk Medical Receptionist
CROSS COUNTY MEDICAL CARE
- Location
- Onsite (Elmont, NY)
- Compensation
- $17 - $18/hr
- Employment
- Part-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 3 days ago
About the role
Cross County Medical Care is seeking a Front Desk Medical Receptionist to serve as the welcoming face of their practice in Elmont, NY. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient experiences through efficient scheduling, insurance verification, and maintaining a HIPAA-compliant front desk environment.
Skills
Medical reception
Patient scheduling
Insurance verification
Co-pay collection
EMR systems
EHR systems
Customer service
HIPAA compliance
Data entry
Multitasking
Communication
Organizational skills
Benefits
- Paid time off
Perks
- Flexible schedule
Full job details
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
About the Role:
Cross County Medical Care is looking for a friendly and organized Front Desk Medical Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our practice in Elmont, NY. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated healthcare team where your communication skills and attention to detail will make a real difference in the patient experience every single day.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and check in patients in a warm, professional manner at the front desk
- Schedule, confirm, and manage patient appointments using medical scheduling software
- Verify patient insurance eligibility and collect co-pays at time of service
- Maintain and update accurate patient records and demographic information in the EMR system
- Answer and route incoming phone calls, respond to patient inquiries promptly
- Coordinate referrals, authorizations, and communication between patients and clinical staff
- Ensure front desk area is organized, stocked, and HIPAA-compliant at all times
Requirements:
- 1+ year of experience in a medical front desk or healthcare administrative role preferred
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems and medical scheduling software
- Knowledge of medical insurance verification and co-pay collection processes
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with a patient-first attitude
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; medical administrative certification a plus
About Us:
Cross County Medical Care is a trusted healthcare provider serving the Elmont, NY community with compassionate, high-quality medical services. Our patients rely on us for personalized care, and our staff takes pride in creating a welcoming and efficient environment at every visit. We foster a supportive team culture where every employee plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional patient experience.