MEDICAL SECRETARY

WMH Alzheimer’s Support Group; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Secretary to provide essential administrative support in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role involves greeting patients, managing schedules, and ensuring efficient office operations while delivering outstanding customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a solid understanding of medical terminology, and a commitment to patient care. Join a supportive team where your contributions will directly impact the quality of service provided to the community. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients and managing appointments efficiently.
• Handling documentation and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Skills

Effective Communication

Basic Math Skills

Typing Skills

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word Processing Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Honesdale, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Position Title: Medical Secretary Department: WMCHC

Primary Purpose Of The Position

Provides administrative duties necessary for efficient office operation while delivering superior customer service in a public-facing support role.

Physical Standards

Constantly (75% or more): Sitting with back support; lifting and carrying 0-5 lbs.; repetitive talking, writing, computer use.
Frequently (25-75%): Standing; walking; reaching; lifting and carrying 5-10 lbs.; pushing and pulling 0-15 lbs.
Occasionally (5-25%): Reaching overhead and low; stooping; twisting; lifting up to 40 lbs.; exposure to hazards.
Rarely (<5%): Crouching; climbing; lifting over 40 lbs.; operating machinery.

Sensory Requirements

Visual: close paperwork, VDT use, visual monotony; Hearing: conversations, monitoring equipment, telephone, background noise.

Responsibilities

Includes greeting patients, scheduling, documentation, patient registration, communication, financial procedures, appointment management, document handling, inventory, confidentiality, customer service, communication, teamwork, safety, continuing education, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include effective communication, basic math and typing skills, medical terminology knowledge, and preferred experience with word processing and secretarial work.