This is a remote position.
Schedule: Must be available to work 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST / Bakersfield, CA timeTotal weekly hours: 40 Hours
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly efficient Remote Phone Operator to join their team. This role is essential in ensuring excellent patient communication by managing a high volume of calls (120–150 daily), scheduling appointments, answering inquiries, and supporting daily operations through our EMR system, eClinicalWorks. The ideal candidate is organized, a fast typist, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Answer and manage 120–150 incoming calls per day in a professional and timely manner
Schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments using eClinicalWorks
Create and route telephone encounters accurately within the EMR system
Respond to patient inquiries and resolve basic questions about services, appointments, and clinic procedures
Triage and escalate urgent issues to the appropriate clinical team
Communicate effectively with on-site staff to ensure seamless patient care
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure HIPAA compliance at all times
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail
Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of experience in a medical office or call center environment
Proficiency in eClinicalWorks EMR is required
Must type at least 45+ WPM and be comfortable navigating multiple systems simultaneously
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized, focused, and self-motivated in a remote work environment
Reliable high-speed internet connection and a quiet, professional home workspace
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Independent Contractor Perks
Permanent work-from-home position
Immediate hiring
Steady freelance opportunity
Full-time position with potential for long-term growth