Medical Secretary II- Medicine

$39,499 - $59,301/Yr

Gastroenterology - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Baltimore, MD

About the position

The Medical Secretary II position provides essential administrative support to a department or multiple physicians within a medical office setting. The role involves performing routine tasks such as typing correspondence, scheduling patient appointments, and managing medical inquiries, requiring a solid understanding of medical terminology and insurance information. This position may also involve leading lower-level administrative staff and utilizing electronic systems as per departmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Greets, screens, and directs patients, visitors, and internal customers.
• Performs secretarial and clerical duties including medical transcription, composition, and dictation.
• Prepares and processes correspondence.
• Answers routine medical inquiries and drafts letters.
• Performs medical receptionist duties as necessary.
• Answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, and provides information.
• Obtains, verifies, and updates patient information and provides support services to patients, families, and medical staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Basic knowledge of software used by department.
• Knowledge of general customer service practices.
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with team members and the public.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance