Medical Front Office/Receptionist
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This posting states $23–$28 an hour. Open medical receptionist jobs in California post a median of $23.70 an hour, the middle half $21.50–$26.69, across 106 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical receptionists employed in California earn a median of $21.20 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
POSITION: Medical Front Office/Receptionist
JOB SUMMARY: Performs patient scheduling as well as patient check-in/out. Processes patient insurance information. Provides the highest level of patient care.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma- Completion of technical program preferred
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Strong communication skills with staff, physicians and patients
- Minimum of 1 year experience with a high volume office and phone system
- Ability to prioritize work flow in a fast-paced medical environment
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic health records a plus
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Answering phone calls
- Screening patient information
- Scheduling patient appointments
- Patient check-in/out
- Processes patients' insurance
- Miscellaneous office duties as assigned
Typical Physical Demands
Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.
Typical Working Conditions
Normal office working environment.
Compensation: $23-$28/hr
From Sierra Pacific Orthopedics's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Sierra Pacific Orthopedics
Sierra Pacific Orthopedics hires therapists, physicians and front-office staff in Fresno, California.
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