Medical Secretary, Orthopedics

Overview

The Medical Secretary position at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) is a full-time role located in UC Orthopedics. The schedule is 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Join a dedicated, supportive team that has served Harford County for over 100 years. We are consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland and offer opportunities for professional growth through a collaborative and stimulating work environment.

Every Patient. Every Encounter. Every Day.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• Answer telephone calls, handle routine inquiries, and refer non-routine matters to appropriate persons. Obtain, complete and follow up on all necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Maintain records and ensure documentation is scanned into patient records.
• Schedule patient appointments and tests, coordinating with appropriate personnel as necessary. Schedule return visit appointments as appropriate, ensuring smooth functioning.
• Assist the team with all facets of preparing for patient visits or processing post-visit documentation. Assure completion of Consent to Treat, HIPAA and other forms as appropriate.
• Maintain electronic patient charts. Organize and prepare the necessary information, reports, records, charts and correspondence before the patient arrives for the appointment.
• Obtain necessary registration information on patients, co-pays, necessary referral forms and authorizations to forward to billing.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have either one (1) year of previous customer service experience or completed an accredited or approved Administrative Assistant program within the last 12 months.
• Previous healthcare or medical office experience is preferred.

• Pay Range: $17.19 - $25.99
• 403(b) savings plan with company match
• Generous tuition reimbursement to support continuing education and professional growth
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Other compensation (if applicable):
  Refer to the  UMMS Benefits Guide

Additional Information:
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.