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Indiana University Health
Unit Secretary - Emergency Department
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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.
$39,261 / year median in Indiana
+8% projected growth
Job Description
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Status:
Full-time, 36 hours per week.Schedule:
3, 12-hour shifts. 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM. Weekend and holiday rotation required .Shift Differentials:
Eligible for shift pay differentials for weekends and holidays.Location:
IU Health Methodist Hospital Department:
Emergency Department Position Summary:
This is a high-volume role working in our Emergency Department for a Level 1 Trauma Center . Team member will be responsible for a variety of tasks within the department. Ensures accurate and complete information is received from patient to facilitate coordination and communication between physician, unit staff, and ancillary departments. Maintains comprehensive up-to-date record of all patient tests and procedures, and signs patients in and out of unit. Provides receptionist functions for the unit and alerts unit management to issues or needs within the unit regarding policies, procedures, or practices. Performs all clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.Position Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED required.- Completion of Medical Assistant, Medical Secretary classes, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA preferred.
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in a health care setting preferred.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
- Must be able to complete required (if applicable) training program.
- Requires basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).