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Lifespan

Medical Secretary

Pay: $49,951/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: East Providence, RI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/13/2026

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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.

$44,821 / year median in Rhode Island

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Medical Secretary Lifespan United States, Rhode Island, East Providence Jul 15, 2026

SUMMARY:

Assist physicians in providing high-quality patient care, while exhibiting strong customer service skills to all patients and the overall practice. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking patients in and out from their appointment and coordinating specialist appointments for patients Collects patient balances, copays, and credit cards at time of service Reviews lists of patients who need appointments and calls to schedule when due Verifies demographics and insurance carrier information for every patient Assists patients with Kiosk sign in Complies with OSHA and DOH standards Schedules, coordinates, and tracks STAT patient referrals and pre-authorizations Adheres to Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care guidelines for protecting patients' demographic, clinical and financial information Provides superior customer service and outstanding patient care Attends meetings/workshops as they relate to current position and office workflows Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

High school diploma required. Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology required. Must be very organized. Must have excellent communication and customer service skills and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of patients and families.

EXPERIENCE

Six months' experience in a medical office.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

East Greenwich-1454 South County Trail - 1454 South County Trail East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818