Medical Practice Support Specialist

Catholic Health Services; Town of Islip (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking a Practice Support Associate to help run the Physician Practice smoothly with clerical duties, appointment scheduling, and patient support. The role emphasizes accuracy in record-keeping, clear communication, and a patient-first service mindset.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, preparing charts, handling referrals, and assisting patients with tasks in a fast-paced Islip, NY setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or completion of a related specialty program preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for population-specific service, teamwork and problem solving.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently.
• Knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
• Ability to use, maintain and troubleshoot 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

Communication skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or related program

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Catholic Health is seeking a Practice Support Associate to help run the Physician Practice smoothly with clerical duties, appointment scheduling, and patient support. The role emphasizes accuracy in record-keeping, clear communication, and a patient-first service mindset.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, preparing charts, handling referrals, and assisting patients with tasks in a fast-paced Islip, NY setting.