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The Medical Secretary provides administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient operation of the primary care office. This position is responsible for patient reception appointment scheduling records management and coordination of communication between patients providers and other healthcare entities. The Medical Secretary plays a key role in maintaining the organization accuracy and confidentiality of patient information while supporting the overall workflow of the clinical team.Job Description:
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Greet patients in person and over the phone in a courteous and professional manner
2. Schedule confirm and manage patient appointments using electronic health records (EHR) systems
3. Register new patients and update existing patient information
4. Handle incoming calls messages and faxes ensuring timely communication between patients and providers
5. Process insurance information and verify eligibility
6. Collect co-pays and process payments
7. Maintain organized and confidential patient records
8. Prepare and manage correspondence reports and medical documents
9. Coordinate referrals to specialists and follow up on authorizations
10. Support medical staff with administrative tasks as needed
11. Maintain a clean and welcoming front desk and waiting area
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. High school graduate. Minimum of one years experience as a medical assistant in a medical practice environment desirable. Certification as a medical assistant desirable.
2. Graduate of accredited secretarial training school preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology word processing equipment and personal computers
3. Two years of experience in a busy medical practice setting Preferred. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Knowledge of pre-admission and pre-testing requirements helpful.
4. Working knowledge of insurance regulations and form completion. Ability to be trained in CPT and ICD9 coding. Knowledge of billing system helpful.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and follow directions.
6. Effective telephone manner and ability to communicate with patients physicians and other professional staff. Computer skills are necessary..
WORKING CONDITIONS
requires physical stamina; many hours/days on the feet
2. Ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time to push pull and to lift 10 lbs.
3. All staff are expected to cross train and help each other when needed.
Mount Auburn Hospital employees must be able to readily adjust to change and handle a rapid-paced environment and the stresses associated with that while continuing to provide high-quality efficient service.
Pay Range:
$20.50 - $27.59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors that may include seniority education training relevant experience relevant certifications geographyof work location job responsibilities or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials call pay premium pay overtime pay and other additional pay practices as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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