Thrive OB and Women's Wellness is hiring: Medical Receptionist in Barrington

ThriveOB is looking for a Receptionist to work our front desk on a daily basis and to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our company. Our Receptionist’s duties include offering administrative support across the organization. You will welcome patients and greet them when they arrive to the office. You will coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. To be successful as a Receptionist, you should have a pleasant and friendly personality, as this is also a customer service role. You should be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. This role may require working in shifts, so flexibility is a plus. Ultimately, a Receptionist’s duties and responsibilities are to ensure the front desk welcomes patients positively, and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients as soon as they arrive at the office
• Direct patients to the appropriate person in the office
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
• Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone
• Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk
• Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Medical Office Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers)
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude
• High school degree; additional certification in Office Management is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Ob/Gyn

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Medical receptionist: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person