Healthcare

Medical Receptionist

Des Peres, MOOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 22 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

High School Diploma
GED
Basic computer skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Medical insurance verification
Patient flow
Payment collection

Nice to have

Eye surgery
Laser center

Role summary

St. Louis Eye Surgery & Laser Center is seeking a full-time Patient Coordinator (Medical Receptionist) in Des Peres, MO. This role serves as the first point of contact for patients, ensuring excellent patient care and managing administrative tasks for a smooth check-in/out experience. Responsibilities include verifying insurance, managing patient flow, collecting payments, and handling inquiries via phone, email, and in person. The ideal candidate has basic computer skills, strong customer service abilities, and at least one year of related experience. The company offers a full benefits package, competitive pay, and paid time off.

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

Job Title: Medical Receptionist (Patient Coordinator)Company: St. Louis Eye Surgery & Laser Center Location: Des Peres, MOHours:

Full time

Our office is open Monday-Friday from 5:30am-4:00pm

Your shifts will fall within these hours

You may have to work a little earlier and/or later as needed

Perks:

Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Favorable result on Background Check

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Excitement to learn and grow

Essential Functions:

Facilitate patient flow

Verify medical and vision insurances

Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers

Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in person requests

SUMMARY

A Patient Coordinator is trained to act as the first point of contact for our patients where they set the tone for the patient’s visit through excellent patient care. This employee will also perform the necessary administrative responsibilities needed to create a smooth check-in/out experience for patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone). Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave

Answer phones (both external and internal); assure prompt, courteous service at all times

Practice urgency at all times with patients’ time, as well as Doctor’s time and schedule

Manage patient flow in the office

Knowledge of common fees charged for common visits and collect correct payments

Complete daily reconciliations / close day / countdown cash drawer

General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times

Desire to gain industry knowledge and training

Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals

Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change

Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused

Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business

Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

Minimum Required: None

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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