Medical Secretary: Scheduling, Records & Patient Care

Urology Centers of Alabama; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Urology Centers of Alabama is seeking a Medical Secretary to manage physicians’ schedules and coordinate clerical activities for patient care while upholding strict confidentiality.

The role requires medical office experience, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency with EMR and MS Office. You will handle calls, billing entries, referrals, and patient records across multiple offices including Homewood.

Qualifications

• : Must display an understanding of medical terminology.
• : Must have prior experience in a medical office and understanding of physician clinic procedures.
• : Must show excellent interpersonal skills interacting with diverse people.
• : Must work independently or within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• : Must be able to type documents, emails, forms quickly and with minimal errors.
• : Proficiency with office equipment including PC, Windows, MS Office, EMR, multi-line phone, copier.
• : Must maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and UCA Guidelines.
• : Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• : Manage physician’s schedule including appointments, cancellations, and rescheduling.
• : Handle telephone calls, take messages, and follow up with requests.
• : Correspondence with insurance companies.
• : Enter charges daily in EMR system.
• : Balance daily collections and forward to Homewood office.
• : Medical record requests and delivery to providers.
• : Manage referrals and pre-certifications.
• : Maintain patient accounts with demographic and financial data.
• : Prepare consults, surgeries, and admissions forms; forward to schedulers.
• : Schedule consults and tests at Homewood or outside facilities.
• : Complete FMLA papers upon request.
• : Assist with patient check-in/check-out as needed.
• : Verify patient insurance and demographics.
• : Attend staff meetings and adhere to policies.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Independence & teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR system

MS Office

Job description

Urology Centers of Alabama is seeking a Medical Secretary to manage physicians’ schedules and coordinate clerical activities for patient care while upholding strict confidentiality.

The role requires medical office experience, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency with EMR and MS Office. You will handle calls, billing entries, referrals, and patient records across multiple offices including Homewood.