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.
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
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Secretary Medical Job code: H0443
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Summary of Job Function Secretary Medical assist the team by performing specific clerical functions for assigned areas. Performs general clerical work to relieve medical, professional and technical personnel of minor administrative and business details. As a Secretary Medical, a typical day might include the following: Welcoming patients, families, visitors, and physicians while providing exceptional customer service Completing payroll and reports as coverage for the department Preparing, organizing, and maintaining reports and unit documentation Maintaining clerical operations within all modalities of the department Maintaining medical and/or administrative files in accordance with department policy Managing urgent tasks at the same and meeting deadlines Tracking, routing and responding to all incoming and outgoing business communications within the department Supporting the daily operations of the nursing station by maintaining supplies and ensuring an organized work environment This role might be for you if: You enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same You thrive on staying organized and balancing multiple priorities. You communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care You're seeking a healthcare career where your organizational skills directly support clinical excellence To be considered for this position, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous clerical, administrative, or customer service experience. With minimum of 1-2 years of medical secretarial experience required. Strong communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical records, physician order entry, and healthcare documentation is also preferred. Full Time, Monday-Friday from 8:00am-3:30pm. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Internal Apply External Apply
