Medical Receptionist
University Radiology
- Location
- Onsite (Lyndhurst, NJ)
- Compensation
- $20/hr+
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
About the role
University Radiology, a leading provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in New Jersey, is seeking a Medical Receptionist to join its new Lyndhurst location. The role involves managing patient intake, verifying insurance, and ensuring accurate medical documentation in a high-volume clinical setting.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k
- Pension plan
- Profit-sharing
- Paid time off
Perks
- Sign-on bonus
Full job details
Overview
Sign-on Bonus Now Being Offered to Eligible New Hires!**
University Radiology, the largest provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in NJ, is comprised of over 200 Board Certified radiologists with advanced U.S.-based training and expertise in all modalities and all subspecialty areas. In operation for more than 60 years, University Radiology staffs, manages and provides preliminary and final subspecialty interpretations and consultative support for hospitals, imaging centers and other medical facilities, and serves as the academic radiology faculty at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Our physicians interpret over 2.1 million radiology procedures per year.
Responsibilities
Come join our University Radiology team at our new Lyndhurst location opening in February 2027. We are looking for 3 Full Time Medical Receptionists to fill the hours below:
Monday - Friday:
7:30am-4:00pm
7:45am-4:15pm
8:00am-4:30pm
Greet and check in patients
- Welcome patients and visitors warmly, in person and by phone.
- Check patients in using two identifiers, notify clinicians of arrivals, and update patients on wait times.
- Provide and collect intake forms, consents, and privacy notices.
Confirm/enter patient demographic information
- Verify and update name, date of birth, contact details, emergency contact, and insurance at every visit.
- Enter new patient data accurately in the EHR or practice management system, and scan photo ID and insurance cards.
- Flag coverage changes or eligibility issues, and protect patient confidentiality per HIPAA.
Validate the appointment against the prescription
- Confirm the prescription is complete, signed, unexpired, and matches the scheduled service, provider, and visit frequency.
- Check authorized visit limits and any prior authorization or referral requirements.
- Flag discrepancies to the clinician or referring office, and scan the prescription into the record.
Collect payments in accordance with payment policies
- Collect copays, deductibles, balances, and self-pay fees at the time of service.
- Explain charges and payment options, process payments, and provide receipts.
- Reconcile daily collections and apply policies consistently.
Qualifications
- Experience at a medical front desk, including scheduling, check-in, and phones.
- Proficient with EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
- Understands prior authorization and insurance verification.
- Communicates clearly and courteously in a professional, friendly manner.
Benefits
University Radiology offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and life insurance, 401k/pension, and profit-sharing plans, generous paid time off policy and more.
Pay Range:
From $20/hr
Join our growing team!
University Radiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.