Medical Secretary

Catholic Health; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 24,452 - 35,982; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits packages

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Catholic Health in West Islip, New York, is seeking a Medical Secretary to support the Physician Practice with clerical duties. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, preparing patient charts, and contacting insurance companies.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, proficient in Microsoft Office, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. A culture of growth and supportive benefits accompanies the position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Capable of multitasking and working efficiently.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.
• Ability to use, maintain, and troubleshoot office equipment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or related specialty program

Job description

Overview

As a Medical Secretary for Catholic Health, you will be responsible for a variety of clerical duties to help facilitate the daily functions of the Physician Practice.

Job Details

• Scheduling appointments
• Preparing patient charts for visits
• Contacting insurance companies for referrals and authorizations
• Assisting patients with various tasks

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or completion of a related specialty program in an accredited school is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills to enhance population specific service, team collaboration and analytical problem solving
• Can multitask and work efficiently
• Knowledge of medical terminology desirable
• Able to use, maintain and troubleshoot office equipment

Salary Range

USD $17.75 - USD $26.12 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.