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.
: Provides support to administrative office staff assuring a smooth departmental workflow. Responsible for daily tasks such as checking in, checking out, collecting payments, answering telephones, messages, electronic EMR usage, routing calls, reviewing charges, scheduling procedures and on occasion working in coordination with the clinical staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: Greeting patients Performing check-in procedures Maintaining current demographic and insurance information in computer and in the chart Performing office opening procedures, co-pay/co-insurance collection, and assisting patients as needed Primary focus is servicing patients in the lobby with backup for phones and other front office personnel
REQUIREMENTS
: High School Diploma, with 1-2 years experience in healthcare background Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures Knowledge of computer systems, programs Knowledge of medical terminology Must be able to multi - task Must be able to express compassion and kindness to patients calling and being seen in the office Must maintain a professional and upbeat attitude Skill in written and verbal communication and customer relations Ability to work with effectively with medical staff, Management, authorizations, external agencies and patients Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment Normal busy office environment with much patient contact Occasional evening or weekend work
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Life Insurance PTO 401(k) retirement plan with a company match And more! Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
