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Froedtert South, Inc.

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 days ago

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 20 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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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.

$40,846 / year median in Wisconsin

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

POSITION PURPOSE

Acts as a receptionist and performs general clerical duties in assigned area. Prepares, updates and maintains patient charts. Transcribes physician orders. Assists with processing admissions, transfers and discharge papers for patients. Schedules treatments and tests. Maintains needed supplies.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

High School plus specialized training (6 mons-2 yrs)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Entry Level

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Completion of Health Unit Coordinator program is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Proficiency in use of personal computers. Medical terminology knowledge.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Serves as a resource for physicians, staff, patients and visitors regarding hospital activities and policies. Prepares, updates and maintains patient charts. Knowledge of how to locate, enter or correct orders or other information in MIS. Ensures that the complete charts are sent to the appropriate areas for transfers and discharges. Assists in the orientations and training of new staff and student clinical rotations as requested.