Medical Front Desk Specialist

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Medical Front Desk Specialist in the Irvine, California area. This role falls within the healthcare industry and will be located at a newly established clinic. As a Medical Front Desk Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating patient care, managing check-in/out processes, and scheduling procedures. Your role will also involve liaising with billing and preauthorization departments and handling insurance benefit checks.Responsibilities: Oversee the check-in and check-out procedures for patients Schedule medical procedures and arrange follow-up appointments Liaise with billing and authorization departments to ensure seamless communication Process insurance benefit checks and handle related tasks Use the NextGen EHR system for data entry and patient record management Collaborate with the team to support the clinic's expansion efforts Provide exceptional patient care experiences Use Microsoft Office Suites and Microsoft Teams for administrative tasks Handle medical insurance billing and verification tasks Perform receptionist duties, including answering multi-line phone systems.Requirements Proficiency in answering multi-line phone systems, ensuring efficient communication within the medical facility Demonstrated experience with NextGen, or similar healthcare management software, to streamline patient data processing Knowledge in medical insurance billing, facilitating accurate and timely patient invoicing Understanding of medical insurance, including policies, claims, and reimbursements Ability to perform medical insurance verification, ensuring patient coverage and avoiding payment discrepancies Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, particularly in creating and managing electronic health records Familiarity with Microsoft Teams for effective internal communication and coordination Prior experience in receptionist duties, including patient check-in, appointment scheduling, and maintaining a welcoming environment.TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .