Medical Secretary

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, seeks a Medical Secretary to join the Radiation Therapy team. You will greet patients, manage calls, schedule exams, and prepare charts in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree or relevant medical secretarial experience, one year in a medical environment, and familiarity with medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in medical administration.
• One year of hospital/medical environment experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and check in.
• Handle incoming calls and provide patient-focused service.
• Schedule appointments and procedures for exams.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts and obtain pre-certifications.

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Scheduling

Medical terminology

Education

Associate degree

Medical Secretary training

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health of New England is looking for a Medical Secretary to join our Radiation Therapy team.

This person is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and care to all patients and clients in Radiation Therapy and is responsible for the coordination of administrative tasks for the staff, physicians, and practitioners .

What will you do:

• Performs patient greeting and check in
• Manages all incoming calls and provides exceptional customer service in person and over the phone with patient, staff and family members and triaging phone calls as appropriate
• Schedules appointments and procedures for exams and regularly communicating with office staff.
• Prepares and maintains patient charts and obtains pre-certifications and authorizations for patients’ exams.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree and/or Medical Secretary/equivalent on-the-job experience
• Minimum of one-year experience in hospital, medical environment, or health related field preferred
• Familiarity with medical terminology

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $18.70 -$28.05

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Highlights:

• Full Time
• Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated health care team.
• Engaged leadership.
• Competitive Compensation and excellent benefits available on first day

Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.