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Medical Receptionist

OSCA 552131·ANZSCO 542114

Employed

64,400

Part-time share

67.5%

Female share

95.6%

Median age

42 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Medical Receptionist is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Health Administration and Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting.

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About this career

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.

What they typically do

  • 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 health care 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

Where they work

Health Care and Social Assistance

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
30.5%
VIC
27.1%
QLD
19.7%
WA
11.3%
SA
7.2%
TAS
2%
ACT
1.6%
NT
0.7%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Medical Receptionist.

  • Certificate III in Health Administration

    HLT37315 · AQF 3 · 49 providers

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  • Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting

    HLT47715 · AQF 4 · 5 providers

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