What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Secretary position at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital?
Compensation
Mount Sinai South Nassau provides a salary range in good faith determination of potential compensation to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
The Medical Secretary works with medical, clerical and clinical staff to support the functions of the medical staff to provide timely and effective patient care. They are responsible for scheduling, preparing charts, correspondence, and authorization functions. The medical secretary must be accurate and efficient demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
Education Required
- Must complete in-house orientation program
- High School Diploma.
Experience And Skills
- Speaks, reads and writes English
- Minimum 1 – 3 years related Medical Secretary, Medical Office or equivalent experience.
- Typing skills of 55-65 wpm.
- Must be computer literate with knowledge of MS Office products
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to utilize and manage multi-line telephone system.
License/Certifications
- Mandated OMH documentation:
o Mandated reporter attestation (as applicable)
o Code of Conduct
Working Conditions
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worn
- Sitting at computer or desk for long periods.
- Frequent telephone usage