Medical Secretary Ferrell-Duncan Clinic

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth's Ferrell Duncan Clinic in Springfield, MO is seeking a detail-oriented clerical professional for the Plastic Surgery SGF department. You will perform routine office tasks, manage supplies, charge coding, and use various computer programs to keep department operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, strong written and verbal communication, the ability to work independently and in a team, and a typing speed of at least 40 wpm.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required within 2 years.
• Experience in a medical office or clerical setting preferred.
• Proficient in Word processing and general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties in the Plastic Surgery SGF department, including filing, ordering supplies, charging, and using computer systems.
• Maintain clear verbal and written communication; support department operations and implement improvements as needed.
• Coordinate with team to ensure accurate document handling and patient information processing.
• Support 40-hour work week with day shift responsibilities and reliable attendance.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Typing 40 wpm

Education

High School Diploma

GED within 2 years

Job description

Facility

Ferrell Duncan Clinic: 1001 E Primrose St., Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1280 Plastic Surgery SGF

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hours

7:45a-5p

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Employer Overview

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).

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match
• and more (20+ hrs/week)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job 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