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Community Memorial Health System is a prominent healthcare provider serving communities across west Ventura County in California. Established in 2005 through the merger of Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura and Ojai Valley Community Hospital, this health system comprises two hospitals alongside a network of primary and specialty care health centers. As a community-owned and not-for-profit organization, Community Memorial Health System is dedicated to serving its local population without influence from corporate stakeholders or government entities. The organization’s mission emphasizes a strong commitment to quality care, compassion, and health promotion across diverse communities. One of the system's hospitals, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, has earned a prestigious five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), marking it as the only hospital within Ventura County to achieve this distinction. This rating underscores the collective dedication and excellence demonstrated by thousands of healthcare professionals within the system, who go the extra mile daily to provide exceptional patient care. The Clinic Receptionist role at Community Memorial Health System is integral to maintaining the smooth and efficient operations of the clinic environment. This opportunity comes with a competitive hourly salary range between $21.49 and $28.59, which reflects the potential placement based on an individual’s relevant skills, experience, and qualifications relative to other employees in this position. The role is classified under an employment type labeled as 'OTHER,' indicating flexibility in designation or contract terms. Under direct supervision, the Clinic Receptionist provides essential clerical support to ensure patient flow and clinic administrative functions operate seamlessly. Responsibilities include greeting and assisting patients during their registration process, collection and verification of insurance eligibility and benefit coverage, and accurate entry and updating of electronic patient records. This receptionist also plays a vital role in maintaining communication by receiving and routing clinic telephone calls promptly and assisting in managing overall patient movement throughout the clinic, which contributes to effective healthcare delivery. The position requires a professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced medical office setting. Eligible candidates ideally hold a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and come with at least one month of experience in receptionist or administrative support roles. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is also required to ensure basic emergency response readiness within the clinical environment. While previous front office medical receptionist experience, familiarity with medical terminology, and bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are preferred, they are not mandatory, offering room for motivated candidates to learn and grow within the healthcare system. Community Memorial Healthcare is deeply invested in employee well-being and career development. The benefits package includes competitive pay, shift differentials, generous paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance options, participation in a Fidelity 403(b) retirement plan, and access to employee assistance programs available 24/7. Additional perks like tuition reimbursement, public service loan forgiveness, recognition programs, and various discount opportunities further highlight Community Memorial’s commitment to supporting its workforce both professionally and personally. Overall, this role offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting patient care in a reputable, community-focused health system where diversity, inclusion, and employee growth are prioritized. By joining Community Memorial Health System as a Clinic Receptionist, professionals contribute directly to high-quality healthcare service delivery while obtaining valuable experience and benefits in a prestigious healthcare environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• one month experience in a receptionist or administrative support capacity
• current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification