Front Desk Receptionist

The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide unparalleled care to each patient that comes through our doors. We offer individualized treatment using the most recent and relevant proven advances in cancer care, curated with deliberation and compassion. LACN is committed to educating and supporting our patients and their families through every step of the way. We deliver a unique approach for every patient to ensure they receive treatment best suited to their condition, age, and other important factors. We do this by participating in important clinical research, encouraging screenings for early detection, and providing innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research through our partnership with OneOncology.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description : Role Summary

The Receptionist is responsible for greeting patients and answering telephone calls for the Los Angeles Cancer Network (OneOncology affiliated medical practice). This role will also provide office support to Physicians and the Practice's Executive Team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares waiting area and exam room for receiving patients
• Coordinates activity in the reception area and greet patients and visitors at the front desk with a friendly smile and greeting.
• Answers in-coming phone calls and faxes and route them appropriately and promptly
• Travels to clinic offices to provide front office back up coverage
• Calls patients back who do not show up for their appointments and reschedule them
• Verifies Doctors' schedules
• Supports Doctors with light administrative needs, such as obtaining signatures, completing applications for credentialing at hospitals and with insurance groups
• Processes patients' visits by collecting co-pays and helping patients to fill out needed paperwork
• Serves as "gate-keeper" by managing visits by vendors and pharmaceutical representatives.
• Patient registration / check-out
• Collects co-payments and deductibles. Reconcile daily cash report
• Schedules and update patient appointments , blood transfusions, and diagnostic tests in accordance with established protocol
• Answers telephone and respond to inquiry, direct caller to appropriate personnel or initiate a triage message for response by medical personnel. Record accurate and complete messages when necessary
• Maintains supplies and cleanliness of front office
• Ensures maintenance of patient confidentiality
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills in the performance of work assignments and duties
• Accurately documents in the EMR system
• Trains new hires on process and procedures of the practice
• Maintains accurate records for all appointments scheduled for providers
• Sorts incoming mail
• Verifies patients insurance information and updates billing staff if any changes

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