Secretary - Physical Therapy - Amherst Community & Occupational Health

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Secretary - Outpatient Physical Therapy - Mercy Health

Shift/Schedule

• This is a PRN "As-Needed" Position
• Primarily responsible for covering PTO, Call Offs, and Associates On Leave
• Shift/Schedule -Days/Afternoons Monday-Friday

Responsible for the accurate, efficient and courteous scheduling, pre-registration and registration of patients. Completes outpatient charts with copy of face sheet and referral from physician. Makes sure an appropriate referral has been made and, if needed, contacts physicians office for accurate diagnosis. Billing experience, IDC-10, coding and CPT terminology required. Completes abstracting for each patient. Orders supplies and performs general receptionist duties for the Rehab department. Multiple locations, variable day time hours.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

High school diploma or equivalent is required as well as knowledge of medical terminology and coding practices.

Approximately one to two years previous secretarial experience required; preference in providing support to multiple individuals/departments in fast-paced environment.

Successful completion of medical terminology course

Prior registration experience preferred.

Computer skills PMM and Excel strongly preferred

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; will have extensive contact with patients and need to be welcoming and accepting of diverse population.

Good telephone skills; independent worker

Accurate typing skills at 35 wpm

Working Conditions

Office environment with little exposure to dust, noise and temperature. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail 80% or more of work time. Hours and duties need to be flexible based on patient needs

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services

M ercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

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