Medical Secretary

Private family practice in Williamsville looking for a reliable and hard working Full-Time Medical Secretary. Pay starting at $20/hour - 40 hours/week - wage based on experience Monday-Friday Full Time Benefits: PTO, 401K, Health Insurance - including vision & dental Duties include but are not limited to: Answers, screens, and refers incoming calls to ensure that accurate and timely communication is facilitated and that the office is presented in a positive manner. Schedules, receives, and directs patients and visitors to the appropriate waiting area or office personnel. Responsible for general secretarial functions to ensure efficient utilization of time. Responsible for the scheduling of patients in this office as well as appointments outside the office, as needed. Responsible for completing authorizations from insurance companies when needed for certain tests. Maintains appropriate office records to ensure the expeditious retrieval of information so that the office staff can accomplish their responsibilities efficiently and in a timely manner. Performs the data entry of demographic information as well as patient changes in health insurance. Demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect to all patients, family members, medical staff, and visitors as defined in the code of conduct. Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the office is operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Routes charts and records to appropriate areas in a timely, accurate manner, assuring confidentiality of all records. Assists in copying medical records for the release of information, assuring the confidentiality of all records as per HIPAA guidelines. Requirements: Medent experience preferred but not mandatory Good knowledge of medical office requirements and operations Assertive and motivated Good communication skills, both verbal and written Good organizational skills Basic knowledge in computer information and data entry #J-18808-Ljbffr Western New York Integrated Care Collaborative, Inc.