Departmental Secretary - Interventional Cardiology

$65,793 - $65,793/Yr

NYU Langone Health - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

101-250 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Departmental Secretary for Interventional Cardiology at NYU Langone Health plays a crucial role in supporting the office operations of the department and serving as the Secretary to the Department Head. This position involves a variety of complex secretarial duties that require considerable judgment and attention to detail, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with medical regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties in support of office operations, including complex secretarial tasks.
• Complies accurate patient insurance information and provides it to the billing service.
• Maintains inventory of office supplies at the front desk.
• Maintains departmental information in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Takes and transcribes moderately complex dictation using transcription equipment or departmental systems.
• Prepares and edits general correspondence.
• Assists in training new staff and orients them on departmental policies and procedures.
• Trains new personnel in the efficient operation of departmental systems.
• Suggests new or modifications to existing office systems.
• Collects and organizes insurance and financial documentation for patients prior to procedures.
• Schedules patients and prepares daily schedules while adhering to Medical Center policies.
• Serves as receptionist by answering phones and greeting staff and visitors.
• Coordinates repair/service of office equipment and maintains service records.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of printed reports to be sent out.
• Keeps an up-to-date list of referring physicians and mailing labels.
• Distributes reports to appropriate clinical staff and patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of a business/secretarial school or equivalent combination of academic and experience.
• Minimum of four years of responsible secretarial experience.
• Typing speed of 60 WPM.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Comprehensive health benefits