Medical Office Coordinator - Front Desk & Scheduling

Catholic Health Services; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking a Front Desk Secretary to support a Physician Practice with clerical and administrative tasks, including phone coverage, appointment scheduling, and patient chart preparation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with preferred associate-level training. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential for team collaboration and patient interactions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or related program preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills to support team and patient interactions.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
• Ability to use, maintain and troubleshoot basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones.
• Scheduling appointments.
• Handling physician correspondence.
• Preparing patient charts for visits.
• Contacting insurance companies for referrals and authorizations.
• Assisting patients with various tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or related program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Catholic Health is seeking a Front Desk Secretary to support a Physician Practice with clerical and administrative tasks, including phone coverage, appointment scheduling, and patient chart preparation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with preferred associate-level training. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential for team collaboration and patient interactions.