Front Office Coordinator
Palatka, Florida
Full-Time
$16-$19 per hour
A growing healthcare provider is seeking a Front Office Coordinator to act as the first point of contact for patients, ensuring a smooth, professional, and efficient front desk experience.
Key Responsibilities:
โข Greet patients and visitors in person and over the phone in a professional, patient-focused manner
โข Schedule, confirm, and manage appointments to optimize provider time and patient flow
โข Register new patients and update existing patient records, including demographics and insurance details
โข Verify insurance eligibility and benefits using payer systems
โข Collect copays and outstanding balances at time of service
โข Post charges accurately in line with provider documentation and coding guidelines
โข Answer and triage incoming calls, directing inquiries to appropriate clinical or administrative staff
โข Maintain organized patient records, including scanning, filing, and fax management
โข Support daily reporting and reconciliation of front office financials
โข Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure seamless patient experience
Requirements:
โข High school diploma or equivalent
โข 1+ year experience in a medical office or healthcare setting
โข Familiarity with scheduling systems, insurance verification, and patient registration processes preferred
Skills & Competencies:
โข Strong customer service and patient-facing communication skills
โข Excellent organizational and multitasking ability
โข High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with data entry and billing
โข Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
โข Professional, reliable, and team-oriented approach
Key role in delivering an excellent patient experience
Opportunity to grow within healthcare administration