Job Description
Job DescriptionAdvance your professional journey with a leading healthcare organization in East Greenwich, RI as a Medical Secretary!
We are looking for a precise and compassionate administrative expert to serve as the central pillar of a renowned medical practice. If you are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient experiences and flourish in a dynamic clinical environment, we want to hear from you. This position provides an ideal foundation for individuals seeking to expand their influence within the medical field.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Pay: $20 - $23 per hour
- Professional Growth: Defined pathways for career advancement into management or specialized administrative roles.
- Team Culture: Join a collaborative, dynamic group in a state-of-the-art, patient-focused setting.
- Retention Reward: Access to performance-based incentives to reward your dedication and high-quality work.
Core Duties of the Medical Secretary:
- Act as the primary liaison for the practice, ensuring every visitor and caller receives a welcoming, organized, and prompt reception.
- Handle a continuous stream of phone and digital communications, executing all administrative duties and documentation with accuracy.
- Optimize the clinic’s daily operations to ensure provider efficiency and reduce patient waiting periods.
- Manage the complete patient journey, facilitating smooth intake, discharge, and the seamless coordination of referrals or future visits.
- Process co-pays and balances securely while conducting end-of-day financial balancing within the practice management system.
- Perform thorough insurance verifications and obtain required prior authorizations well in advance of scheduled procedures.
- Leverage electronic medical records (EMR) and scheduling software to keep patient information current and retrievable.
Qualifications for the Medical Secretary:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED is mandatory; an Associate’s degree in Healthcare Administration or similar is preferred.
- Experience: At least 2 years of practical experience working in a medical office or clinical setting.
- Technical Proficiency: Solid command of Electronic Health Records (EHR) and a working knowledge of medical billing principles.
- Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication abilities combined with a professional and friendly demeanor.
- Execution: Capacity to remain calm and effective while managing multiple priorities in a busy environment.
- Meticulousness: Unwavering attention to accuracy regarding data entry, filing, and administrative processes.
- Digital Literacy: Proficiency with modern office technology, including the use of dual screens and digital documentation platforms.
- Dependability: A consistent work history and the reliability to keep the front office operating on time.
- Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to adapt working hours as needed to support patient volume or staffing requirements.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to maintain focus and productivity in a largely sedentary, computer-focused role.
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Please Note: City Personnel offers extended interview hours from 7 am-7 pm upon request
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Recognized as one of The Providence Journal’s Top Workplaces, City Personnel, Inc. is your trusted local recruitment partner based in Providence, RI. For 20 years, we’ve been connecting top talent with leading companies right here in Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.
At City Personnel, we don’t just match talent with opportunity. We invest in your growth and well-being. When you work with us, you’ll enjoy:
- Dedicated Career Coaching to help you with resumes, interviews, and career planning.
- Referral Program that rewards you for helping others find great opportunities.
- Temp Employee Benefits: Paid Sick, Holiday Pay, Health Insurance, Weekly Pay
City Personnel isn’t just a staffing agency. It’s a team that values you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed every step of the way.
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