Medical Secretary Ferrell Duncan Clinic

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth's Ferrell Duncan Clinic in Springfield, MO is seeking a capable clerical professional to support the Plastic Surgery SGF department. The role focuses on typing, filing, supplies ordering, and charging while maintaining smooth department operations.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years in a medical office, strong verbal and written communication, and the ability to work independently or within a team. The position is a daytime, 40-hour week on-site at 1001 E Primrose St., Springfield.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED (within 2 years if student).
• 1–2 years medical office experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties to support department operations.
• Type, file, and process supplies orders.
• Assist with charging and use of department computer programs.

Skills

Clerical duties

Typing 40 wpm

Verbal communication

Written communication

Word processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing software

Office equipment

Computers

Job description

Facility:Ferrell Duncan Clinic: 1001 E Primrose St., Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1280 Plastic Surgery SGFScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:7:45 am - 5:00 pmWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:Proficient in a variety of clerical duties in department including typing, filing, ordering of supplies, charging, use of computer programs, as necessary to maintain departmental operations. Must demonstrate effective communication skills both verbal and written. Makes suggestions, and implements change as necessary to improve the function of the department.Education: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent OR obtain GED within 2 yrs Experience: Preferred: 1-2 Years Medical Office Experience Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams. Self starter. Knowledge of Word Processing, computers, multi-line phone & other office equipment Types a minimum of 40 wpm Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A