Medical Secretary Lifecare
Finger Lakes Health · Seneca Falls, New York, United States ·
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- Administration
Medical Secretary
Join our team as a Medical Secretary and play an important role in creating a positive, patient-centered experience!
We are seeking a friendly, organized, and detail-oriented Medical Secretary to provide clerical, scheduling, registration, and customer service support in a busy medical practice. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, using technology, and being part of a collaborative healthcare team.
What You'll Do
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Welcome and assist patients, families, physicians, staff, and visitors with professionalism and courtesy.
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Answer incoming calls, take messages, provide information, and coordinate patient needs.
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Schedule appointments and complete accurate patient registration.
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Maintain and update patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
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Verify insurance eligibility and ensure referrals and authorizations are in place.
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Collect co-pays and other payments and explain office financial policies as needed.
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Process routine medical record and release-of-information requests.
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Enter and maintain accurate demographic, referral, diagnosis, and order information.
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Support pre-visit planning and patient-centered medical home workflows.
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Help patients understand how to access their care team and services.
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Maintain confidentiality and follow all applicable policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
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Participate in EMR and practice workflow training to maintain proficiency.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Why You'll Be a Great Fit
The ideal candidate is professional, compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. You should enjoy helping people, communicating with a variety of individuals, and making sure patients receive a welcoming and efficient experience from the moment they contact the practice.
No license or certification is required for this position.