Description |
Compensation:
- Hourly, non-exempt - New hires can expect to be placed on our starting wage scale of $22.12 to $26.01 per hour - Based on performance, there is room to grow on our full wage scale of $22.12 to $29.86 per hour
Work Schedule:
- Full time, 40 hours, days - Clinic operations are Mon-Sat
Who We Are
Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center ([FQHC](https://bphc.hrsa.gov/about-health-centers/what-health-center#:~:text=Health%20centers%20are%20community-based%20and%20patient-directed%20organizations%20that,agricultural%20workers%2C%20residents%20of%20public%20housing%2C%20and%20veterans.){rel="nofollow"}) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing almost 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.
What We Value
- Respect - Integrity - Accountability - Collaboration - Innovation
We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.
Job Summary
As a Clinic Receptionist for Unity Care NW, you would be responsible for providing a welcoming and positive check-in experience to all patients and visitors at the front desk.
What We Offer
- A friendly & collaborative team environment - A competitive compensation package
Benefits Include:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance - 401(K) retirement plan with employer match - 6 paid holidays - Paid Time Off (108 hours first year, increasing thereafter) - Paid Sick Leave - Other paid leaves including: Bereavement, Jury Duty, Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant - Life/AD&D insurance - Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft Protection - Flexible spending accounts - Employee Assistance Program - Alternative Transportation Incentives - Health Living reimbursements - Medical Hardship payroll loans, Employee Referral Bonuses, Will preparation services & gym discounts - Employment counts towards eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness - details can be found at [Federal Student Aid](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer){rel="nofollow"}.
Requirements
Possesses a basic level of written and verbal communications skills, computational and computer skills and mathematical knowledge at a level typically acquired through completion of a general studies high school program.
Possesses specific knowledge of customer service/reception processes and practices, typically learned on the job, or which may include a series of training sessions that would comprise a few weeks if done consecutively.
Associates degree or technical certificate, preferred.
Requires one year of experience in customer service, utilizing data entry skills, preferably in a medical or dental office setting.
Experience dealing with underserved populations and cultural competency a plus.
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