Receptionist, Part-Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (Monday-Thursday 12:00pm-4:30pm) and (Friday 10:00am-2:30pm)

Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.

Job Summary

The Medical Records Receptionist is the first point of contact for patients and visitors. This role is responsible for greeting and directing patients, managing patient registration, verifying insurance information, scheduling appointments, and ensuring accurate data entry. The receptionist facilitates communication between patients, staff, and providers while maintaining patient confidentiality and delivering exceptional customer service.

Essential Functions

• Answers incoming calls, directs calls to appropriate departments, and takes messages as needed

• Assists patients with completing required paperwork and obtains necessary signatures

• Maintains confidentiality and security of patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

• Maintains a clean and organized reception area
• Performs general clerical duties including faxing, scanning, and data entry

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems

• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• Capable of lifting up to 20 lbs and performing repetitive tasks such as typing and data entry

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• None required

Experience

• Prior Experience in a medical office, physician practice, or hospital setting (Preferred) And
• Prior Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (Preferred)