Front Desk Receptionist

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly, organized, and reliable Front Desk Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our patients. In this role, you will manage front desk operations, provide excellent customer service, and support the smooth flow of daily operations in a medical office or clinic setting. Key Responsibilities Greet patients and visitors warmly upon arrival Check in and check out patients efficiently and accurately Answer incoming calls, route them appropriately, and take messages Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays or balances Maintain patient records and update demographic/insurance information Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure efficient patient flow Handle front desk administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, and data entry Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality Ensure the waiting area is clean, organized, and welcoming Medix Overview: With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.