Medical Secretary - General Surgery- Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Secretary to join their team. This role involves performing a variety of secretarial and administrative duties to support physicians and department management. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and be skilled in scheduling and transcription. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment, this position offers a chance to contribute to a mission of transforming healthcare and positively impacting the community. If you are looking for a dynamic role where your contributions matter, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments and meetings using computerized systems.
• Enters inpatient and outpatient charges into the billing system.
• Transcribes patient information using medical terminology.

Skills

Insurance verification

Medical terminology

Scheduling

Transcription

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Position Summary

The Medical Secretary performs a variety of secretarial and administrative duties for the assigned physicians, section chiefs, or chairman relating to the organization and management of the department.

*Note: Looking for a candidate flexible for either an 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm shift*

*Insurance verification and prior authorization knowledge strongly preferred*

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments, meetings, or conferences for departmental personnel using interdepartmental and/or hospital-wide computerized scheduling systems.
• Enters inpatient and outpatient charges into the medical billing system.
• Prepares correspondences and reports.
• Uses knowledge of medical terminology to transcribe patient information from written copy, electronic equipment, or verbal instructions.
• Files reports, prepares documents, and forwards correspondence.
• Prioritizes calls through screening; transfers calls, records messages, and delivers to appropriate personnel.
• Reviews, screens, and distributes daily mail correspondence.
• Orders office supplies and maintains inventory.
• Maintains up-to-date departmental manuals and files. Assists in coordinating special projects.
• Adheres to the standards outlined in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.

Qualifications

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent programs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Associate's degree.

If you believe your strengths and capabilities align with this role, please apply today!