SIH - Medical Receptionist
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical receptionist jobs in Michigan post a median of $17.75 an hour, the middle half $16–$19.13, across 12 jobs that state their pay. Medical receptionists employed in Michigan earn a median of $18.02 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).
Medicare rating of Sparrow Ionia Hospital
Medicare gives Sparrow Ionia Hospital 2 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Michigan's hospitals average 3.0). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Michigan hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Job Opportunity
Job ID: 56006
Positions Location: Ionia, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: The
Description
Positions Location: Ionia, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job :
The registration of outpatients in a timely and efficient manner. Verifies insurance, performs point-of-service cash collection, discharges patients following appropriate protocols, and provides customer service duties in a proactive and professional manner.
Essential Duties
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Interacts with patients, family, healthcare providers and office staff to provide customer service, which meets and exceeds the needs of our patients and other customers.
- Performs all-encompassing registration and discharge duties for our patient customers.
- Coordinates appointment scheduling and appointment reminder calls as needed.
- Verifies insurance eligibility.
- Collects payments for co-pays, deductibles, and other patient balances.
- Collects all demographic and financial information in an accurate and professional manner.
- Assures the accuracy of all patient encounter forms associated with the patient visit.
- Assists with the training and continuing education of staff as needed.
Job Requirements
General Requirements
None
Work Experience
Minimum of one year experience in physician practice setting.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Excellent verbal and communication skills with knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrated knowledge of computer keyboard skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology, diagnosis/procedure coding preferred
University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Family
Administrative/Clerical
Requirements
Shift
Variable
Degree Type / Education Level
High School / GED
Status
Per Diem
Facility
Sparrow Ionia Hospital
Experience Level
New Grad
From University of Michigan Health-Sparrow's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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