What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Secretary- Meritus Hagerstown Heart position at Meritus Health?
Our Office Secretary role provides administrative support to our patients and providers in our family practices, pediatric and women’s health practices and specialty practices such as digestive health and gynecological oncology.
In this role the Office Secretary will:
Provide clerical, secretarial, registration and collection activities to ensure the prompt and efficient care of patients to meet the goals and objectives of the practice. The Office Secretary will also determine and, as required, make changes to patient demographic and insurance information as well as review requests and/or insurance requirements for accuracy and completion. Qualified applicants will also provides appointment services for all areas and ensure patient exam(s) ordered information is accurate and complete while determining if exam preparation is required and informing patient of the same if applicable.
What the Job Offers:
Meritus offers a wide range of benefits to include health, dental and vision insurance. Tuition reimbursement and 401k with company matching, a robust paid time off (PTO) plan and a variety of work schedules to fit your busy schedule.
What you Need to Have:
You must be a High School Graduate or have obtained a GED (with a commerical business emphasis). Graduates of secretarial, medical administrative, or allied health programs are preferred. Prior medical office experience a plus!
Requirements
Education - Graduation from high school with Commercial/Business courses or the equivalent required. Graduation from Medical/Secretarial program preferred.
Experience - Previous medical office and computer experience preferred.
Licensure – None required. Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Good communication skills, including proper grammar usage and ability to manage confidential patient information.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
