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Medical Receptionist- Relief

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Hermiston, OR, United States


Position Overview
Join our team as a relief Medical Receptionist at Mirasol Family Health Center in Hermiston, OR. Medical Receptionists play a vital role by serving as the frontline connection between our patients and the care they receive. As the first point of contact, you set the tone for a welcoming, respectful, and patient‑centered experience. Your work ensures our clinics run smoothly by coordinating communication, supporting providers, maintaining accurate information flow, and helping patients navigate appointments, insurance, and access to care.

Position Highlights

$18.35‑$22.48 per hour, DOE with the possibility of higher pay for highly experienced candidates

Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

What You’ll Do

Answer phones, transfer calls, take messages, and respond to patient inquiries in person, by phone, and through the patient portal

Greet patients, maintain visitor logs, notify staff of patient arrivals, and provide translation support when needed

Create and maintain patient charts, register new patients, and ensure all required forms and data are accurate and complete

Schedule, update, and adjust patient appointments according to clinic guidelines, including managing cancellations and no‑shows

Verify insurance eligibility, obtain documentation, and assist patients with insurance‑related questions

Perform routine billing functions such as posting encounters, accepting payments, and reconciling daily cash receipts

Provide administrative support to providers and clinic staff to maintain a smooth front‑office workflow

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills required at a proficiency level of 9

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively with frequent interruptions

Professional and patient‑centered communication skills

Basic proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, and electronic systems

Clinic receptionist or medical front‑office experience is a plus

Mission Statement
“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well‑being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal‑opportunity employment.

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