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Lompoc Valley Medical Center

Clinical Clerical Aide

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.

$47,290 / year median in California

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Salary Range:
$18.63 - $22.86 Pay rates are determined based on experience and internal equity.
Position Summary:
Greets patients and answers phone calls. Schedules exams and assists patients with prep instructions. Must work well under stress or tight deadlines. Must work well with supervisors, co-workers, patients/residents, family members and visitors.
District Responsibility:
Support of the District Mission and Values Demonstrate Respect, Professionalism and Courtesy to all patients, visitors, other providers and coworkers, as delineated in the LVMC "Commitment to Care". Constantly use
C-I-CARE
principles when communicating with others.
Performance Improvement Activities Professional Development Position Duties/Responsibility:
Position Competencies Other Duties Assigned by
Supervisor Essential Functions:
The ability to communicate verbally and in written form in English. The ability to answer phones in a professional manner. The ability to sit for extended periods of time. The ability to use a keyboard. The ability to have normal or correctable hearing and vision. The ability to be supervised. The ability to work as a Team. The ability to have positive personal interactions with staff, patients/residents and visitors.
Position Qualifications:
Education:
High School or equivalent.
Experience:
Medical office experience preferred.
Skills/Ability:
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and physicians. Detail oriented and thorough in patient screening, documentation, and film jacket preparation. LVMC reserves the right to modify the minimum requirements depending on the needs of the organization.