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Foot And Ankle Specialists

Front Desk Receptionist

Arnold, MO · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Medical Front Desk Receptionist The Medical Front Desk Receptionist provides essential administrative support to the office, healthcare providers, and patients in a fast-paced medical practice. This ...

Rezolut

Front Desk Receptionist

Covina, CA · On-site

$23/hr

Front Desk Receptionist at Centrelake in Covina Rezolut is seeking a full-time Front Desk ... medical imaging services. With focus on four key platforms, our vision is to provide topnotch ...

Advocare LLC

Front Desk Receptionist

Deptford, NJ · On-site

$16.50/hr

Transcribe visit details into medical reports * Prepare charts, gather necessary paperwork, and print daily appointment schedules Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and Abilities: * Excellent ...

AdvoCare

Front Desk Receptionist

Deptford Township, NJ · On-site

$16.50/hr

Transcribe visit details into medical reports * Prepare charts, gather necessary paperwork, and print daily appointment schedules Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and Abilities: * Excellent ...

Foot And Ankle Specialists

Front Desk Receptionist

Kirkwood, MO · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Medical Front Desk Receptionist The Medical Front Desk Receptionist provides essential administrative support to the office, healthcare providers, and patients in a fast-paced medical practice. This ...

Advocare LLC

Front Desk Receptionist

Succasunna, NJ

$18 - $20/hr

Transcribe visit details into medical reports * Prepare charts, gather necessary paperwork, and print daily appointment schedules Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and Abilities: * Excellent ...

USPI, INC.

Front Desk Receptionist

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Our busy, state of the art Fort Myers Surgery Center is seeking to add a full time highly motivated, career minded, front desk receptionist and medical records specialist. We will consider candidates ...

Advocare LLC

Front Desk Receptionist

Wayne, NJ · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Transcribe visit details into medical reports * Patient Billing * Prepare charts, gather necessary paperwork, and print daily appointment schedules Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and ...

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How much do medical desk receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical desk receptionist in the United States is $17.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Medical Desk Receptionist vs Medical Secretary?

AspectMedical Desk ReceptionistMedical Secretary
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; medical office certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentFront desk of clinics, hospitals, or medical officesMedical offices, hospitals, clinics, often handling administrative tasks
Primary ResponsibilitiesGreeting patients, scheduling, check-in/out, answering phonesScheduling appointments, managing medical records, correspondence
Common UsagePatient intake and front desk dutiesAdministrative support, documentation, and communication

The Medical Desk Receptionist primarily handles patient check-in, greeting visitors, and managing front desk operations. In contrast, the Medical Secretary focuses more on administrative tasks like scheduling, record management, and correspondence. While both roles require excellent communication skills and familiarity with medical environments, the Receptionist is more customer-facing, whereas the Secretary handles behind-the-scenes administrative duties.

How to become a medical desk receptionist?

To become a medical desk receptionist, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Relevant skills include strong communication, organization, and computer proficiency, often with experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems. Some employers may prefer or require certification in medical office administration or customer service training.

What does a medical desk receptionist do in a medical office?

A medical desk receptionist in a medical office greets patients, manages appointment scheduling, answers phone calls, and handles administrative tasks such as updating patient records. They often use electronic health record (EHR) systems and must maintain confidentiality and professionalism throughout their workday.

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Infographic showing various Medical Desk Receptionist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,833 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Front Desk Receptionist

Baltimore, MD

Foot & Ankle Specialists of Mid Atlantic
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$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

The Medical Front Desk Receptionist provides essential administrative support to the office, healthcare providers, and patients in a fast-paced medical practice. This role is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including patient service, appointment scheduling, data entry, electronic health record (EHR) management, and patient education. 
   
Front Desk Receptionist Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned): 
  • Greet patients upon arrival and address questions and concerns 
  • Answer incoming calls, provide information, transfer calls, and take messages as needed 
  • Schedule appointments and manage multiple provider calendars 
  • Register new patients and update existing patient demographics and financial information 
  • Facilitate patient flow by notifying providers of arrivals, monitoring delays, and communicating updates to patients and staff 
  • Maintain and update patient records through data entry, faxing, and scanning 
  • Collect payments, including deductibles, coinsurance, balances, copays, and sales of OTC items 
  • Review and update accounts receivable/payable changes since prior visits 
  • Maintain an accurate log of orthotics received; contact patients for follow-ups and schedule appointments accordingly 
  • Monitor office supply inventory, place orders, and coordinate equipment maintenance and service 
  • Verify insurance eligibility, referrals, and authorizations in preparation for next-day appointments 
  • Prepare and process daily reports, deposit slips, and upload financial records to shared files 
  • Review billing claims and denials; gather required information from providers or patients to resolve issues 
  • Support additional office tasks and projects as needed 
Front Desk Receptionist Required Skills and Experience: 
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
  • 2+ years of administrative support experience in a medical environment preferred 
  • Knowledge of health insurance processes, including pre-authorization, insurance verification, medical terminology, CPT codes and ICD-9/ ICD-10 coding preferred 
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, coworkers, and the public  
  • Strong communication, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills 
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding work environment 
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to achieving high levels of patient satisfaction 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA compliance at all times 
  • Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information 
  • Team-oriented mindset, flexibility, and a willingness to learn 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer systems  
Front Desk Receptionist Pay Range:
  • $18 - $20 per hour based one experience
Front Desk Receptionist Benefits Offered: 
  • Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available) 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Disability Insurance 
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match 
  • Employee Discount Program 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Paid Holidays 
Front Desk Receptionist Physical Requirements:  
The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly:  
  • Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment 
  • Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell 
  • Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing 
  • Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds 
  • Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments 
 

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