Medical Secretary (Dr. Barghi)

Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, LLC is seeking a full-time Medical Secretary to provide administrative support to the physician's office in our Chicago clinic. The role acts as a liaison between patients, families and clinical staff, requiring strong communication, organization, and multi-tasking skills.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, healthcare experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Schedule is weekdays, with no weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; flexible and available.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, internal departments and hospitals.
• Prepares charts for clinic day and interfaces with the surgery scheduler as needed.
• Educates patients on surgery logistics and preparation.
• Manages scheduling, communications and documentation for the practice.
• Organizes meetings and maintains the practice calendar.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Stars, Joffrey Ballet and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in?

Dr. Alejandro, a leading orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery, is looking for a full-time Medical Secretary to join our team. This role will be responsible for providing administrative assistance to the physician's office and function as a liaison between patients, families, and clinical staff. The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, have excellent communication and multi-tasking skills, exceptional time-management and organization capabilities, and have the ability to take initiative. This position will located at our Chicago clinic. The work schedule will be Monday - Friday days, no weekends or holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, internal departments, hospitals and other organizations.
• Close collaboration with the physician and staff.
• Prepares the charts for clinic day.
• Interface with surgery scheduler as needed.
• Educates patients on the logistics of surgery; location, time, what to bring and how to prepare.
• Completes correspondence including faxing, mailing, work comp reports, draft letters, and maintenance of medical appointment schedules for the practice.
• Responsible for assisting to organize any meetings, private records reviews and depositions for assigned physician.
• Represents physicians by screening incoming telephone calls; recording and transmitting messages; receiving/announcing scheduled attorneys, salespeople and/or visitors. Screen potential patients and visitors; arranging referrals to other health care providers; scheduling appointments for consultations, x-rays, lab tests, physical therapy, MRI's, CT scans, etc.
• Organize and maintain the practice calendar.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills within the team and to patients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, emphasis on word, excel, and outlook.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment including problem solving, decision making, strategic thinking, planning, and communication.
• Flexible and readily available

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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