Medical Receptionist — Orthopedic Physician Practice

Job overview

The Medical Receptionist — Orthopedic Physician Practice role is onsite in Huntsville, TX; compensation is not specified. The receptionist supports clinic providers and clinicians by coordinating front-desk and pre-visit processes that contribute to patient safety, a positive clinic experience, and revenue cycle operations. The role manages appointments, registration, insurance verification, referrals, authorizations, and point-of-service collections while maintaining accurate and confidential patient records. It also serves as a primary contact for patients and visitors and handles clinic calls.

What you'll do

• Schedule appointments and manage cancellations and additions
• complete pre-visit activities
• greet patients and visitors and obtain identification and insurance information
• maintain confidential patient and financial records
• support front-end billing and registration
• verify insurance and complete authorization or referral requirements
• scan and file documents within 24 hours of the visit
• update patient information
• calculate patient costs and collect payments
• reconcile cash as assigned
• answer calls and maintain the waiting area and workspace
• follow HIPAA guidelines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical receptionist

orthopedic practice

huntsville tx

huntsville memorial hospital

patient scheduling

insurance verification

prior authorizations

patient registration

front desk

hipaa

revenue cycle

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, training and development, and wellness resources.

Why this role

High school diploma or GED required; no experience required, with three years of hospital or physician office experience preferred.

About the employer

Huntsville Memorial Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.