Job Detail

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Center is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) experienced medical receptionist for our fast-paced and community focused health center. Our Medical Receptionists serve as a critical member of our team providing the highest quality customer service in caring for some of our communities most vulnerable neighbors. The successful candidate will share our values of Dignity, Justice, Compassion and Excellence.

Our Medical Receptionists function as the connection between our patients and our larger care team. Medical Receptionist must demonstrate attention to detail as they complete patient registrations, schedule patient appointments and verify health insurance coverage. Our Medical receptionists always warmly welcome and answer questions from patients and the general public providing information regarding available clinic and community services.

This position requires working some Saturdays. There may also be the opportunity to drive a mobile medical clinic, which is similar to an RV/camper; driver training is provided.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Graduate or GED.

License/ Certifications:

• California Driver’s License (if driving mobile)

Experience:

• Preferred previous experience with computers and/or automated scheduling; prior experience preferred in handling and balancing cash.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion to others
• Operates all general business equipment and assists office with all clerical needs
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and medical terminology
• General knowledge of healthcare insurance and terminology
• Ability to sort and file by alphabet
• Ability to handle cash transactions and balance cash drawers
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Demonstrates the ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish without an interpreter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 - $18.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
The State of California requires all healthcare workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment with St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers you must be full vaccinated or receive a medical or religious exemption.

Application Question(s):

• Are you able and willing to work at least one Saturday per month?
• Are you willing to complete a drug and background screening as part of the employee hiring process?
• Are you currently fully vaccinated against COVID-19?

Language:

• Spanish and English fluently (Required)

Work Location: One location