Medical Receptionist Jobs
Medical Receptionist Jobs questions and answers
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Q: What's the most high paying medical receptionist job you've ever heard of?
I am currently a college student and when I get out of school would like to be a receptionist. I was wondering what was a realistic salary to expect and, over time, what could probably be the most I could make?
A: To be a receptionist, as far as I know, you barely need a real education.
See this website for earnings (as you see, it is very little, usually $10/hour):
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos134.htm#earnings
However, you mention that you are going to college--having an associate or a Bachelor's degree will help you make a lot more money that a receptionist would make.
Remember, too, that the more schooling you go to, the higher the income level is (the more pain, the more gain)!
Good luck!!
Q: medical receptionist jobs?
I have completed cert 3 administration course ( Medical ), l find it hard to find a job because the software they teach you isnt used and l am having problems to find a course that will teach me the software? does anybody know where l can learn practice 2000 software, l would be able to get a job if l know how to use the software.
A: I would look at the local community college, if even, a non-credit course.
US colleges: http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ
Please steer clear of online, for profit schools such as penn foster, us career, stratford career, university of phoenix, capella and others: http://www.capellauniversitysucks.us
http://www.ripoffreport.com and type into search.
Q: i'm looking for a medical receptionist job in a family practice clinic?
i'm lookin for a medical receptionist job in las vegas
A: You should try www.monster.com. It is free for applicants, and their database is huge. You can even create a resume on their website. Good luck, I hope you find the job you're looking for.
Q: How do I get a job as a medical receptionist, or admitting rep?
or even medical billing?
I took a medical billing class, but still no on will hire me because I have no prior experience working in a hospital, so I thought I should start as a receptionist to get some experience but no one will hire me! It the job that hard?What should I do?
How the heck am I supposed to get started?
A: Try a physician's office instead of a hospital. They are more apt to hire someone with just the education and not the experience and train.
Hospitals generally want someone who can pretty much hit the ground running and to be able to do that, you need the real time experience.
Q: How can I get experience as a Medical receptionist if I don't have the training?
I am trying to switch jobs from being a retail manager to becoming a medical receptionist. All the job openings I see require experience. How do I get that?
A: Review the job description and then explain how the skills you've utilized in a previous position can be applied to the job responsibilities. A medical receptionist is truly not the same as a receptionist in business. It would be EXTREMELY helpful to take a medical terminology class to understand the "talk" in a physician's office.
DO not follow the advice of making up experience. More and more frequently, physicians and employers are doing background checks, verifying previous employment. If you are caught in a lie, you'll never get the job or... it's grounds for automatic dismissal
Q: medical receptionist?
I have approximately 3 years experience as a receptionist from working at car dealerships but i want to move up into something like a medical receptionist. I appled for one job, went in for the interview and didn't get the job because i have no experience in medical billing or insurance or co-pays and stuff like that. Just curious if every medical place is like that. Is the receptionist always responsible for the money and billing? At the car dealership i never received any money i just answered the phone and filed paperwork. Being that i don't have this experience should i stay away from the medical field?
A: I am a Unit secretary and I dont have to deal with insurance. However, I do not make much money either. Sometimes you can get lucky and someone will give you a chance in a mediacal office with no experience, but the money is terrible, even with a diploma.
Q: Medical Receptionist Job?
I have an interview in the morning for a medical receptionist job at a local chiropractic office. I am curious as to what Medical Receptionist typically wear on the job, like what is the usual uniform for a Medical Receptionist?
thanks :]
A: in most medical office settings I have seen the receptionists wear scrubs, I have also seen them dress business casual. I myself would prefer to wear scrubs they look so comfy. Since you would be working as a receptionist if you got to wear scrubs you would get to sit down all day in pajama like clothes! Sounds like a awesome job to me, I hope you get the job. :]
Q: I need an Objective statement for my resume for a medical receptionist job. Please help!?
A: This is what i have on mine for clerical/receptionist position :
To obtain a full time position where I can utilize my administrative and communication skills, as well as my experience to make a positive contribution to the company.
Hope this helps!
Q: How to become a medical receptionist?
I'm 18 and attending a community college.. My major is psychology. I don't really know what I want to be though. I know a job as a medical receptionist isn't really something that would pay the bills, but for right now it seems like a decent & interesting (at least for me) job. What would I have to do to become one?
A: According to the US Dept of Labor:
*A high school diploma or its equivalent is the most common educational requirement.
*Employment is expected to grow faster than average.
Training and Education needed:
Receptionists and information clerks generally receive on-the-job training. However, employers often look for applicants who already possess certain skills, such as prior computer experience or answering telephones. Some employers also may prefer some formal office education or training. On the job, they learn how to operate the telephone system and computers. They also learn the proper procedures for greeting visitors and for distributing mail, faxes, and parcels.
Advancement for receptionists generally comes about either by transferring to a more responsible occupation or by being promoted to a supervisory position. Receptionists with especially strong computer skills may advance to a better paying job as a secretary or an administrative assistant.
Wages:
Median hourly earnings of receptionists and information clerks in May 2004 were $10.50. The middle 50 percent earned between $8.62 and $12.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $7.21, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $15.53. Median hourly earnings in the industries employing the largest number of receptionists and information clerks in May 2004 are shown below:
Offices of dentists $12.37
General medical and surgical hospitals 11.07
Offices of physicians 10.92
Employment services 10.28
Personal care services 8.16
In 2005, the Federal Government typically paid salaries ranging from $22,937 to $27,818 a year to beginning receptionists with a high school diploma or 6 months of experience. The average annual salary for all receptionists employed by the Federal Government was about $29,185 in 2005.
Good luck!
Q: What types of questions will be asked on an interview for a medical receptionist?
i am going for an interview for a job as a medical receptionist and want to prepare for the types of questions that might be asked.
A: I have been in the medical field for over 6 years. I started out being a receptionist. Some of the things most medical offices want to know is: Can you handle a fast pace work? Can you work overtime if needed? Can you answer multiple phone lines? Do you know any medical terminology? Familar with medication names? You will also need to be aware of the HIPPA rules. Things such as that...Good luck in your interview
Q: Interview for a Medical Receptionist job, what should i wear?
I'm going for an interview for a medical receptionist job and I was wondering what to wear. I was thinking of a really nice dressy shirt, and dark wash jeans.
As of right now, (Just moved out into my own apartment) I don't have much of my clothes in my new apartment so i'm limited as to what I have to choose from.
I have gray dress pants, and black/white pin-striped dress pants but no shirts that really match!!
Do you think a dark wash jean is inappropriate?? (I'm kind of on the fence about it!)
Thanks!
A: Jeans are very very inappropriate. You will probably not be allowed to wear them even after you are hired.
Another good way to know what to wear is to go at that office and see what the staff are wearing. If it is a high end doctor's office then dress like them, and overdo the formality rather than the other way round.
If it appears more casual then still you need to dress in interview appropriate clothes. You must look like you made the effort to look professional. Clean face, minimal makeup, hair tied up unless its short.
Always give every interview like its your only job offer.
Good luck!
Q: iam thinking of moving to vacaville ca,but I would like to start looking for a job as medical receptionist?
A: look on line first
put vacaville ca+medical receptionist positions
good luck
Q: Is Medical Receptionist a good job to get into?
I am going to start doing online programs w/ Penn Foster online. I just want some suggestions.... opinions? anyone?
A: the medical field is open. with so many people aging and the population growing its not likely youll have to worry about job security. i know in my area and many others medical offcie clerks are in highj demand. even if you do it for a few years and then move on to something else, it will definately be steady work with benefits.
Q: Medical Receptionist- Can anyone tell me more about it ?
I'm studying a Cert 3 in Medical Business Admin at TAFE, Australia and was wondering what other qualifications would I need to get a Medical Admin job in a G.P's office. I have had no previous experience, and most job ad's require experienced people. Also, is it really important to learn and remember medical terminology ?
When do Medical Receptionists use it the most ?
A: ITs very important to have a good grasp of medical terminology for billing and coding purposes