Medical Secretary jobs in Alexandria, LA

Medical Secretary/Scheduler Job Responsibilities:

• Serves patients by obtaining prior authorizations and benefits for surgeries/procedures scheduled by the provider(s).
• Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information.
• Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of medical, personal, and financial information.
• Maintains operations by following policies and procedures, reporting needed changes.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Obtains benefits and prior authorization for surgeries and/or procedures scheduled.
• Contacts and notifies patient(s) with their estimated out-of-pocket for the surgery/procedure and date the amount would need to be paid.

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• Medical Secretary/Scheduler Qualifications / Skills:
• Multi-tasking
• Flexibility
• Telephone skills
• Customer service
• Time management
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Word processing
• Professionalism
• Previous experience is required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person