Alluvion is hiring for a Medical Secretary in Jacksonville, Florida.
This is a contract to hire role paying $17-$20/hour.
Job Purpose: Provides secretarial and administrative support to assigned physician and works collaboratively with other staff to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services to all patients and clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides administrative support to assigned physician.
Maintains calendar and call schedule for assigned physician.
Schedules non-patient appointments and meetings.
Answers telephone, screen calls, relay messages and returns calls.
Picks up and delivers mail on a daily basis.
Interacts with data entry and billing department regarding requests for additional information.
Bills attorneys and case managers for depositions, phone conferences, etc Routes paperwork to appropriate staff (i.e.
MMI charts, medical records) Maintains physician’s curriculum vitae and updates CME credits, publications etc.
Prepares and assembles medical record documentation/charts for physician.
Ensures medical record documentation compliance.
Updates patient history, physical exam, and other pertinent health information.
Prepares and sends all documentation to physician for review and approval.
Complies with facility policies, including those relating to HIPAA.
Other duties as required by needs of the office.
Position Requirements Previous experience in a physician’s office Previous medical secretary experience.
Orthopaedic experience preferred.
Strong medical terminology knowledge required.
Strong grammar, punctuation, and syntax skills needed.-lots of proofreading in this role High school diploma or GED.
Professional demeanor and ability to interact appropriately with patients, physicians, and staff.
Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills.
Effective computer skills.
Familiarity with HIPPA and OSHA guidelines/regulations.
Ability to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm (schedules may vary based on clinic’s needs).
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Working Conditions Fast-paced medical office environment.
Occasional overtime may be required.