Medical Secretary

Orthopaedic Specialty Institute Medical Group of Orange County • Laguna Hills, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing secretarial duties while utilizing a variety of medical skills, specific medical terminology and requires working under the direct supervision of a Physician. This is a Full-Time Non-Exempt position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Basic computer skills required
• Understanding of EPM/EHR system
• Knowledge of medical insurance and workers compensation
• Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making
• Skill in analyzing, planning, organization, and prioritization
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective internal and external working relationships
• Skill in verbal and written communication

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Pain Management or Neurosurgery Specialties preferred
• Experience in clinical office preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments
• Verify insurance prior to patient visit
• Enter and update patient demographics
• Collect patient balances, co-pays, and estimates
• Obtain authorization for visits (HMO,WC)
• Answer phones
• Sort and distribute mail and/or faxes
• Medical records
• Cover other clinics as needed
• Complete EDD/FMLA forms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED