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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.
$40,820 / year median in Colorado
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Benefits/Perks Great small business work environment Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, and more! Company Overview American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. Job Summary Accurately check patients in and out by verifying insurance, collecting payments, and maintaining accurate patient records and accounts. Maintain an efficient patient flow while creating a warm, welcoming, and positive experience for every patient. Must be a friendly, upbeat individual who genuinely enjoys helping others, greets patients with a smile, and treats every patient with the same kindness, respect, and compassion they would show a member of their own family. Responsibilities Prepare the clinic for opening each day by reviewing the facility, opening all systems applications, and preparing new patient registration packets and required documents Greet patients, provide patients with initial paperwork and obtain copies of insurance and identification cards Register patients, update patient records, verify insurance accurately and timely, and check patients out Determine, collect, and process patient payments and address collection and billing issues Respond promptly to customer needs, provide excellent customer service, assist patients with follow-up appointments, and fulfill medical documentation requests Balance daily patient charges (cash, check, credit cards) against system reports Complete closing procedures by preparing closing documentation and submitting required reports Complete cash control procedures and secure financial assets Maintain complete and accurate documentation Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications High School graduate or equivalent. Previous medical clerical experience preferred. Basic computer knowledge, e.g., Microsoft Office. Accuracy and detail orientation. Positive customer service skills. Well-groomed appearance. Clear and articulate phone mannerisms.