Medical Receptionist - Riverhead

HumanHire is currently seeking a friendly, organized, and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist / Front Desk Receptionist for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with a well-established outpatient medical practice in Riverhead, NY. This is a great opportunity for someone with medical office, patient scheduling, or healthcare administrative experience who enjoys working directly with patients in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Medical Receptionist / Medical Front Desk

Pay: Starting at $22.00 per hour, with increases based on experience

Location: Riverhead, NY 11901
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift

Job Description

Medical Receptionist – $22+/hr | Monday–Friday | Riverhead, NY

HumanHire is currently seeking a friendly, organized, and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist / Front Desk Receptionist for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with a well-established outpatient medical practice in Riverhead, NY.

Pay starts at $22 per hour, with higher compensation offered based on experience.

This is a great opportunity for someone with medical office, patient scheduling, or healthcare administrative experience who enjoys working directly with patients in a busy, team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while providing a positive patient experience.

What This Position Offers

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  Starting pay of $22/hr, with increases based on experience
  
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  Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
  
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  Monday–Friday schedule
  
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  Stable outpatient medical office environment
  
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  Collaborative and supportive healthcare team
  
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  Opportunity for long-term career growth
  
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  Hands-on experience with medical scheduling, patient registration, and electronic medical records
  

Key Responsibilities

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  Greet and check in patients and visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
  
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  Manage daily front desk operations, including office opening and closing procedures.
  
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  Answer incoming phone calls, respond to patient inquiries, and schedule appointments.
  
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  Complete patient registration, check-in, and check-out procedures.
  
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  Collect copays, process patient payments, and reconcile daily financial transactions.
  
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  Assist patients with completing registration forms and necessary documentation.
  
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  Create, update, and maintain patient records using electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
  
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  Manage physician schedules and coordinate patient appointments.
  
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  Monitor appointment lists to ensure patients are scheduled appropriately.
  
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  Respond to incoming patient messages and coordinate with clinical staff when needed.
  
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  Assist with patient surveys, preventive screenings, and administrative documentation.
  
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  Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area.
  
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  Protect patient information and maintain HIPAA compliance.
  
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  Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to support efficient office operations.
  
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  Perform additional administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
  

Qualifications

Required:

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  High school diploma or equivalent.
  
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  Strong customer service and communication skills.
  
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  Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
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  Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment.
  
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  Comfortable answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting patients.
  
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  Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
  
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  Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
  

Preferred:

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  Previous experience as a Medical Receptionist, Medical Front Desk Associate, Patient Service Representative, or Patient Care Coordinator.
  
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  Experience in a physician's office, outpatient clinic, or other healthcare setting.
  
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  Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems.
  
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  Experience with medical appointment scheduling, patient registration, and insurance verification.
  
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  Experience collecting copays and processing patient payments.
  
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  Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
  

Candidates with medical office, healthcare customer service, patient registration, or front desk experience are encouraged to apply!