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Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area
Greensburg, PA | Full Time
$40k-49k (estimate)
2 Months Ago
MEDICAL SECRETARY
$40k-49k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Months Ago
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Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area is Hiring a MEDICAL SECRETARY Near Greensburg, PA
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DescriptionJob SummaryThe Medical Secretary provides clerical support for all interventional radiology, non-invasive cardiology, and invasive cardiology services including Echo, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, EKG, EEG and Pacer Clinic. This may include, but is not limited to answering phones, report processing, typing, posting charges and payroll.
Hours: Monday- Friday 6:30am-3:00pm and optional Saturdays.Essential Job Functions
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (Company)
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
X
Overtime( 8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
Eye Protection
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
Body Protection
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.Physical ConditionEssentialMarginalConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNeverBending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
<10#
Carry
X
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
Color Vision
X
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
<10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
DescriptionJob SummaryThe Medical Secretary provides clerical support for all interventional radiology, non-invasive cardiology, and invasive cardiology services including Echo, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, EKG, EEG and Pacer Clinic. This may include, but is not limited to answering phones, report processing, typing, posting charges and payroll.
Hours: Monday- Friday 6:30am-3:00pm and optional Saturdays.Essential Job Functions
- Obtain and document complete and accurate information.
- Ensure messages reach the appropriate individuals in a timely manner.
- Obtain and verify patient demographic and financial information.
- Enter all information into the billing system per established policies and procedures.
- Enter all charges/codes into billing system accurately (where applicable by office).
- Complete forms and prepare letters necessary for continuing patient care.
- Make every effort to collect payments at the time of visit.
- Accurately complete cash sheets.
- Deliver cash and cash sheets daily to appropriate place.
- Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
- Schedule patients for appropriate intervals and provider based on protocols.
- Assist patients to access specialty care and testing per physician order (as directed by facility).
- Provide instructions and directions based on protocols and physician order.
- Maintain accountability for actions taken.
- Act as a patient advocate.
- Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
- Demonstrate the ability to solve problems and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when needed.
- Process telephone calls and messages for Interventional Radiology, Echo, Nuclear Cardiology, EKG, EEG and Pacer Clinic promptly, courteously, and efficiently.
- Accurately and efficiently compile and distribute reports and post charges.
- Work collaboratively with scheduling, registration and billing in all matters pertaining to patient care.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma, GED, or Higher Level of Education
- Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience in Healthcare setting.
- No licenses or certifications required.
- Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.
- Independence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (Company)
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
X
Overtime( 8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
Eye Protection
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
Body Protection
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.Physical ConditionEssentialMarginalConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNeverBending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
<10#
Carry
X
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
Color Vision
X
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
<10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$40k-49k (estimate)
POST DATE
07/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/05/2024
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