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Medical Billing

Clerk Receptionist and Scheduling

Job ID: 20261440

Location: Paterson, New Jersey

Shift: DAY

Hourly Salary Range: $15.92 - $24.66


Responsible for greeting patients and visitors upon patient arrival to include verification of destination. Schedules and process patient at time of check in to confirm patient identification, prescription, and insurance information. In addition, this process may include examination preparation according to established guidelines and procedures such as assisting with dispensing of oral contrast. Answer incoming calls for entire department, directing and screening them accordingly.

Qualifications

Work requires a High School diploma or equivalent and less than one year of previous experience plus three months or less of on the job training and orientation. Requires the ability to gather and interpret data in situations where the information or problems are not overly difficult or complex.

About Us

St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week)

  • Competitive salary*

  • Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans

  • 403b retirement plan options with company match**

  • Health & Wellness*

  • Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

  • PTO, and paid holidays

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • LTD : Long Term Disability

  • Life Insurance Options

  • Onsite Day care Program

*Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

**403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

Pay transparency:  St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law.  The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc.” The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.


Organization

St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures. 


The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women’s health, imaging and pediatrics. 


The nursing team at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession’s highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize™ - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Medical Receptionist

Bayonne, NJ

$18 - $20 an hour

Full-time


Full job description

At Skin and Aesthetics Center, our Medical Receptionists serve as the first point of contact for patients across our extensive network of partner practice locations. As part of our comprehensive healthcare management services organization, this position is essential to delivering exceptional patient service while managing the administrative functions that keep our practices running smoothly.

The ideal candidate is professional, detail-oriented, and skilled at multitasking in a busy healthcare environment. You'll manage patient interactions, scheduling, and administrative duties while maintaining the highest standards of customer service and confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Previous medical office or customer service experience preferred

  • Proficiency with computer systems and multi-line phone systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in dermatology or specialty medical practice

  • Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance procedures

  • Bilingual (preferred) - ability to communicate with diverse patient populations

  • Experience with electronic health records and practice management systems

Responsibilities:

  • Greet patients and visitors with professionalism and warmth

  • Schedule appointments across multiple providers and locations efficiently

  • Verify insurance eligibility and collect patient demographic information

  • Process patient check-ins and check-outs, including payment collection

  • Answer multi-line phones, direct calls, and take detailed messages

  • Coordinate referrals and prior authorizations with insurance companies

  • Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times

  • Travel between assigned practice locations to provide coverage as needed

  • Support office operations including filing, data entry, and inventory management

Travel Requirements:

  • Reliable transportation required for travel between designated practice locations

  • Primary Location: Bayonne, Iselin

Key Skills:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail

  • Proficiency with practice management software and EHR systems

  • Knowledge of insurance verification and medical billing basics

  • Professional phone etiquette and customer service orientation

  • Reliable transportation for travel between assigned locations

Traveling Front Desk/Medical Assistant

631 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07304

$21 - $24 an hour

Full-time


Full job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Traveling Medical Assistant/ Front Desk to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our patients and visitors, providing exceptional customer service and administrative support. This role is essential in ensuring smooth operations at the front desk, managing patient interactions, and maintaining a welcoming environment.

Duties

  • Greet patients and visitors warmly, ensuring a positive first impression.

  • Schedule appointments and manage the calendar for healthcare providers.

  • Maintain accurate patient records and files, ensuring confidentiality in accordance with health information management standards.

  • Understand medical terminology to effectively communicate with patients regarding care plans and medical inquiries.

  • Provide support for medical administrative tasks, including insurance verification and patient check-in processes.

  • Provide clinical support to provider(s) as needed.

  • Collaborate with healthcare staff to ensure seamless patient service and support.

Experience

  • Must be fluent in Spanish & English.

  • Previous experience in a medical assistant and front desk or receptionist role is preferred, particularly in a medical or healthcare setting.

  • Familiarity with medical administrative support systems is a plus.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing patient files and records.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.

  • Ability to travel/float between our Jersey City, Hoboken, and Clifton offices with occasional travel to Paramus; occasional weekend availability required

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required to interact with patients and staff effectively.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

  • On-the-job training

  • Paid sick time

  • Paid time off

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing and available to work weekends?

Experience:

  • Medical Office: 1 year (Required)

Language:

  • Fluent Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Jersey City, NJ 07304 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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