Front Desk Receptionist -BILINGUAL SPANISH

DescriptionLOCATION: 22659 Highway 59 North, Suite 100 Kingwood, TX 77339 Travel required to Gramercy location twice a week with doctor.Position SummaryLooking for a strong candidate that can contribute to the organization by overseeing the various tasks of the front desk. The Receptionist will assist patients in-person and over-the-phone with checking-in and out, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, processing payments, handling copays, and other tasks while providing exemplary customer service.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo provide superior patient care services, treating all patients and guests with compassion and respect.Greets all patients and guests with a smile and helpful manner.Communicates effectively with others including but not limited to patients, guests, colleagues and physicians.Provide patients with necessary instructions or directions.Process patient documentation and update patient demographics with accuracy.Triage incoming calls promptly and in a pleasant manner. Review all phone messages and return calls timely and/or direct messages to appropriate person.Verify insurance and determine if prior authorizations or referrals are required for upcoming appointments.Close-out daily batches promptly and with accuracy.Maintains a clean and organized waiting room and work area.Travel may be required to surrounding HEA offices to provide front desk coverage when needed.Must meet and adhere to HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervisor responsibilities.We Proudly Offer Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOCHolidays & Paid Time OffBereavement LeaveSuperior Benefits Package:MedicalDental401(K)Free Life Insurance & LTDEye Care Benefits & Optical DiscountsEqual Opportunity Employer M/F/H/VQualificationsCOMPETENCIESEDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalentCERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES None Required.EXPERIENCE One (1) year office experience. Two (2) years medical office experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish required. Previous ophthalmology experience a plus!