Group
Occupation
552131 Medical Receptionist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
552131 Medical Receptionist
Greets patients and other clients in a health facility, such as a clinic, practice, centre, or surgery, and responds to personal, telephone, and written enquiries and requests.
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Greets and welcomes patients and clients
- Schedules appointments for patients and manages the appointment calendar
- Assists with billing and payment processes
- Responds to enquiries and requests from patients and clients in person, over the phone, and through written communication
- Registers patients by collecting and verifying personal and insurance information
- Coordinates with healthcare providers to ensure smooth patient flow
- Maintains patient records and ensures confidentiality of patient information
- Provides information to patients regarding clinic policies, procedures, and services
- Handles and resolves patient complaints and concerns