Secretary, Medical - CCMA

Summary: The Medical Secretary is a key member of the Physician Practice performing secretarial duties utilizing specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures.#Duties include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Two to Four years of relevant work experience as a Medical Secretary in a medical/physician#s office preferred. # Skills and Abilities: # Knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, fax machine, and computer. Skill in dealing with interpersonal issues and customer relations.

Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision. # Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions. # Ability to organize and communicate clearly. # Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information. Knowledge working with EMR/EHR, Meditech, and Athena preferred.

Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: General pleasant working environment with little or no distractions or exposure to unpleasant or hazardous elements. Meets all safety training requirements associated with the Company and Access Center. Duties are a combination of extensive mental and manual skills.

Manual skills are required such as finger, eye and hand dexterity for such activities as utilization of a computer. Will sit at desk most of the day.