Medical Secretary III-Gastroenterology

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc. is seeking an experienced administrative support specialist in Baltimore, MD. The role focuses on high-quality document handling, scheduling for physicians, and safeguarding information in both paper and electronic systems.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years in a medical office, and strong MS Office and typing skills. The position requires teamwork, initiative, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Five or more years related medical office experience.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• Working knowledge of software used by department.
• Proficiency in MSOffice (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Knowledge of general customer service practices.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Edits, formats, and reviews a variety of documents and materials created by others. Proofreads for grammatical, typographical and basic content errors.
• Converts rough copy and drafts to final version quality reports, presentations, and documents, incorporating edits from multiple reviewers.
• Drafts and signs routine correspondence and replies to inquiries which do not require technical program knowledge.
• Develops, implements, and maintains paper and electronic filing systems; enters, updates, and retrieves information as needed.
• Researches, analyzes, and summarizes information and source materials for reports independently and communicates findings.

Skills

Typing

Customer service

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma / GED

5+ years medical office experience

Tools

MS Office

Internet research

Job description

UMMC - Medical Center
Baltimore, MD 21201, USA

Description

Provides advanced administrative support to department or one or more physicians. Performs high level tasks, such as typing correspondence, scheduling patient appointments for a limited number of physicians and business appointments. Requires knowledge of medical terminology and insurance information. Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Edits, formats, and reviews a variety of documents and materials created by others. Proofreads for grammatical, typographical and basic content errors.
2. Converts rough copy and drafts to final version quality reports, presentations, and documents. Includes incorporating edits from multiple reviewers, adding graphics and effects to presentations, and applying campus style guidelines.
3. Drafts and signs routine correspondence and replies to inquiries which do not require technical program knowledge.
4. Develops, implements, and maintains paper and electronic filing systems which meet department needs and satisfy requirements for retention and information security. Enters, updates, and retrieves information as needed. Creates reports as needed.
5. Researches, analyzes, and summarizes information and source materials for reports independently and communicates findings orally and in writing

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Five or more years related medical office experience
• Accurate typing and data entry skills
• Working knowledge of software used by department
• Proficiency in MSOffice (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook) is a must; working knowledge of internet research tools
• Knowledge of general customer service practices
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with team members and public
• Ability to work in a team environment. Must be self-motivated and self-starter
• Self-starter and ability to work independently in a dynamic and rapid changing environment

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position.Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

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