What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Secretary position at Gastroenterology Healthcare Associates?
Medical Secretary/ Front Desk
Newton, Massachusetts
** THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION **MUST HAVE EPIC EXPERIENCE****
Skills
- EPIC AND MEDICAL OFFICE EXPERIENCE A MUST
- Telephone professionalism, excellent written and inter-personal communication skills
- Understanding and knowledge of health insurance, referral requirements, copays, deductibles, etc...
- Must be able to work as an individual and as a team
- Fluent in medical terminology
- Respectful and empathetic treatment of patients and their families giving attention to their needs and concerns
Duties
- Scheduling appointments/procedures for our newest provider
- Answering a high volume of patient/physician phone calls
- Scheduling/rescheduling office appointments and outpatient procedures (multi facility)
- Maintain patient accounts by obtaining and updating demographics
- Verification of insurances
- Obtaining prior authorizations
- Inputting prescriptions/orders
- Daily communication with physicians
- Changing/updating schedules
- All other duties as directed by Physicians and Managers
Requirements:
- EPIC AND MEDICAL OFFICE EXPERIENCE A MUST
- High degree of attention to detail
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to work in a faced paced environment
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
Additional Info:
Hours 9am – 5pm, Monday - Friday
Health Insurance / Dental Insurance / Vision Insurance
401K / Stock Sharing
Pay based on experience
Location right off 95, Route 9 and the Pike
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Gastroenterology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)
- Computer skills: 3 years (Required)
- Medical office: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25