Medical Secretary provides secretarial support to clinical staff. Performs various secretarial and clerical duties, such as typing reports and correspondence, transcribing written notes, maintaining records and files, answering phones, and arranging clinician schedules. Being a Medical Secretary may be responsible for entering clinician charges into medical billing system. Requires knowledge of medical terms and vocabulary. Additionally, Medical Secretary requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Secretary works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Secretary typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital
Department : Imaging
Position is located : Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital
Work Type : Full Time
Hours Per Week : 40 Hours per Week
Work Schedule : 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM
Summary :
Acts as a liaison between Imaging department and internal and external customers to provide a high quality patient experience by assisting technologists and radiologist, obtaining accurate orders from practices, assisting practices and patients with questions and requests.
Ensures that pre-certifications are obtained prior to patient arrival. Provides back-up coverage to scheduler.
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Competencies and Skills
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust : Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct.
Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
Practices Compassion : Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Education
Required High School Diploma / General Educational Development (GED)
Working Conditions
Last updated : 2024-02-23