Outpatient Services Front Desk Reception
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Medical Receptionist
Overview
Open Date 02/02/2026
Requisition Number PRN
44178B
Job Title PS Outpatient Svcs. Specialist
Working Title Outpatient Services Front Desk Reception
Career Progression Track UGR
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Availability Monday – Friday, 6:30 am – 7:00 pm. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Regular and punctual attendance is required.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $17.66-$23.23
Close Date 05/02/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah, School of Medicine has an immediate opening for an Outpatient Services Specialist to join our front desk reception team at Primary Children’s Outpatient Services Building. The Outpatient Services Specialist makes a difference for patients in the outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating, and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
- 14.2% retirement contributions
- Generous paid leave time
- 11 paid Holidays per year
- 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Flex spending accounts
- University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
- Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
- Free transit on most UTA services
- Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
- Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:
Completes the patient registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for the completion of patient registration.
Enters corrected or new patient data into iCentra and EPIC systems.
Prepares paperwork for patient visits.
Communicates with patients, providers, and colleagues in a confidential, professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate; collects co-payments. Reconciles against daily charge reports.
Schedules patient appointments. Contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments, and appointment reminders. Monitors patient flow, adjusts workflow as appropriate, and notifies clinical staff.
Performs special projects and other clinical support duties as assigned.
Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
Minimum Qualifications- One year of office experience, customer service experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
- Current, valid Utah driver’s license at time of hire may be required in some areas.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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