Medical Secretary - BH/042 Job at Will County Health Department and Community He

Overview

Join to apply for the Medical Secretary - BH/042 role at Will County Health Department and Community Health Center.

Base pay range

$18.82/hr - $26.59/hr

Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for medical records, respond to all incoming record requests, send records, and work with third-party vendors to retrieve medical records. Requests will come from various sources (in-person, faxes, email, etc.). Answering incoming calls and making outgoing calls, concerning medical records, is another facet of the position. Responsibility also includes working with internal departments, scanning medical/clinical records into patient charts, pre-authorizations, MCR data entry, and working with hospitals and specialists. Also, assists with front desk operations (including scheduling clients and reception). Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

Benefits

Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, and vacation.

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalency required. Two (2) years prior and related paraprofessional and clerical experience. The passing of the Health Department's clerical test.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License with minimum auto liability insurance. Verification of employment eligibility or U.S. citizenship.

Desired

Bilingual in Spanish. Medical Insurance Authorization experience.

Salary Range

Grade 9 Hourly Wages ($18.82 - $26.59)

Disclaimer

I certify that answers/information given herein are true, complete and accurate. I understand that any omission or misrepresentation of information may be sufficient cause for rejection of this application or, if employment has commenced, grounds for immediate dismissal. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I hereby authorize any schools that I have attended, current and previous employers, and organizations named in this application to provide the County of Will with any information that may be requested to make an employment decision. I hereby specifically waive written notice from any and all former employers regarding their disclosure to the County of Will of any information including disciplinary action. I understand that if I am offered employment, it is contingent upon satisfactorily passing a physical examination and/or drug test prior to placement in the position for which I have applied when such tests are required. I specifically authorize law enforcement agencies to release any records of prior criminal convictions and/or pending felony charges it may have or may obtain from other sources to the County of Will. I hereby release the County of Will and other agencies from any and all actions and claims that may be sustained by me from the release and use of the information. I understand and agree that in the absence of an express written agreement to the contrary executed by the employer, any employment I accept shall be for an indefinite term and shall be terminable at any time, with or without notice or cause, either by me or at the will and sole discretion of the employer. I have read or had read to me and understand the above statement. For purposes of this electronic form, my typed name in the signature box represents my signature. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SIGNATURES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries Administrative and Support Services

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