Medical Secretary

Medical Office Assistant

Assist physicians in providing high-quality patient care, while exhibiting strong customer service skills to all patients and the overall practice.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

Responsibilities

Responsible for:

• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking patients in and out from their appointment, and coordinating specialist appointments for patients
• Collecting patient balances, copays, and credit cards at time of service
• Reviewing lists of patients who need appointments and calling to schedule when due
• Verifying demographics and insurance carrier information for every patient
• Assisting patients with Kiosk sign in
• Complying with OSHA and DOH standards
• Scheduling, coordinating, and tracking STAT patient referrals and pre-authorizations
• Adhering to Brown Health Medical Group guidelines for protecting patients' demographic, clinical, and financial information
• Providing superior customer service and outstanding patient care
• Attending meetings/workshops as they relate to current position and office workflows
• Performing other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Knowledge

• High school diploma required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Must be very organized.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of patients and families.

Experience

• Six months' experience in a medical office.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Brown Dermatology - South County - 65 Village Square Drive, Suite 201 South Kingstown, Rhode Island 02879

Work Type:

M-F 7:30 to 4:00

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No