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Medical Secretary
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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.
$43,124 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Secretary to join our team! As a Medical Secretary, you will be responsible for greeting patients who come in the door, checking them in, and pulling relevant patient files or obtaining new patient information. You will also answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate place, mail or fax documentation to the appropriate offices, and maintain excellent medical and correspondence records, as appropriate. The ideal candidate is very organized, has strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and works well independently and within a team. Responsibilities Greet patients who walk through the door Ascertain their needs and get them checked in Pull their medical records, or take a new patient history Answer the phone and schedule appointments or answer patient questions Maintain comprehensive medical records, as needed Qualifications Strong customer service skills Excellent organizational skills Attention to detail Familiarity with basic computer programs, such as the Microsoft Office suite Previous office experience desired