Medical Receptionist Neurosurgery
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Prescott, AZ, 86301
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 18-20.03 HOUR
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Medical Receptionist is the first point of service for our patients coming into the practice and is responsible
for greeting, registering and scheduling patient appointments. Responsible for verifying insurance eligibility and
benefits. Collects co-payments and obtains routine financial information from various sources to obtain payment
plan arrangements and Medicare coverage. He/she also answers the phone and acts as a primary source of
information to patients in the waiting area.
- Performs various clerical duties to include: Maintain departmental deposit logs, prepare routine schedules and
reports, utilize analytical skills necessary to maintain provider schedules - Ensures positive customer service atmosphere and interactions in reception areas
- Oversees waiting area
- Answers the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner
- Coordinate patient movement, reports problems or irregularities
- Working knowledge of multi-line phones
- Working knowledge of computers, fax/copy machines
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Basic computer skills
Outlook, Windows-based and Google Suites based programs
Clerical Experience
Preferred
Previous medical office and/or insurance experience
Bi-lingual skills
Where You'll WorkAt Dignity Health, living our values means bringing passion into action every day. Dignity Health-Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now part of CommonSpirit Health, is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that offers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services including network-wide opportunities to advance your career.
What started as a simple community hospital, is today a state-of-the-art healthcare system with two acute care hospitals, a network of primary and specialty care clinics, outpatient health and wellness centers, cardiac diagnostic centers, and outpatient medical imaging centers.
As you build your career at DH-YRMC, you’ll find Prescott is an inspiring place to live, work and to enjoy the outdoors.
· It is an inviting community with bygone charm and modern amenities.
· Local residents enjoy four spectacular seasons, while the area offers nearly year-round sunshine for any outdoor adventures.
· The carefree, relaxed lifestyle offers short commute opportunities, so you can focus on your career and your family.
Dignity Health-Yavapai Regional Medical Center extends this feeling with a strong sense of family, security, and belonging. Our compassion and commitment to quality care has earned awards, such as the Stroke Care Excellence Award (2022), Neuroscience Excellence Award (2021, 2020) and America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Awards (2020, 2021) and has placed us at the top of the charts in community and nationwide in healthcare. Come experience the incredible quality-of-life that Dignity Health-YRMC and Prescott has to offer! #hellohumankindness
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Frequently asked questions
A Medical Receptionist Neurosurgery requires familiarity with specialized medical terminology and patient coordination unique to neurosurgical practices. Unlike general receptionists, this role often involves managing intricate appointment schedules and insurance verification for complex procedures, enhancing the need for precision and patient-focused communication.
Key skills include proficiency with multi-line phone systems, adept use of Windows and Google Suite programs, and strong clerical capabilities. Given Prescott's healthcare environment, bilingual abilities and prior medical office experience can greatly improve patient interactions and scheduling efficiency in neurosurgery settings.
Yes, starting as a Medical Receptionist Neurosurgery can lead to roles like Medical Office Manager or Patient Care Coordinator. Gaining expertise in neurosurgery procedures and insurance processes, especially within integrated healthcare systems like Catholic Health Initiatives, can open doors to higher administrative or clinical support positions.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate patient care and community involvement. Receptionists here handle detailed insurance verifications and collaborate closely with neurosurgery teams, benefiting from a supportive environment that values both technical accuracy and kindness in patient interactions.
Employees at Catholic Health Initiatives enjoy access to continuous training on healthcare systems and patient management software. The organization fosters a culture of respect and teamwork, ensuring receptionists have resources to manage complex scheduling and insurance tasks effectively within neurosurgery departments.
Salary for a Medical Receptionist Neurosurgery in Prescott typically ranges between $33,000 and $40,000 annually, influenced by experience and bilingual skills. This range reflects the specialized demands of neurosurgery support roles combined with Prescott’s moderate cost of living and healthcare market standards.
Prescott’s growing healthcare sector has a steady demand for skilled medical receptionists, particularly in specialized fields like neurosurgery. While competition exists, candidates with medical office experience and bilingual abilities often find enhanced opportunities due to the area's expanding patient services.
Expect to juggle patient greetings, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, and multi-line phone management. In Prescott’s community-focused hospitals, receptionists also often support patient comfort in waiting areas, requiring a balance of administrative precision and empathetic communication.
While a high school diploma and basic computer skills are mandatory, prior experience in medical offices or insurance verification is highly preferred. Certifications are not always required but can enhance a candidate’s profile, especially when paired with knowledge of neurosurgery practices and patient care protocols.