Washington University in St. Louis is hiring: Medical Secretary III - Medical On

Medical Secretary III - Medical Oncology

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Position Summary

Scheduled Hours: 40

Works either remotely or in an area with no patient contact and performs advanced secretarial duties, such as typing medical dictation requiring substantial use of medical terminology and maintaining physician’s schedules.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes medical documents, such as physician’s letters, correspondence, nurse’s notes and manuscripts; if order entry in the electronic medical record is part of the job function, completes requisitions/orders per Washington University guidelines.
• Maintains physician’s daily appointment schedule and calendar, schedules meetings, arranges conference calls, reserves catering services, makes travel arrangements and completes travel expense reports.
• Schedules appointments and procedures for patients.
• Prepares patient charts, including delivering workups.
• Greets visitors, answers telephone, takes messages and screens patient inquiries, providing information according to departmental procedures and policies.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, physicians and staff, providing routine information to patient inquiries.
• Assists administrative/clinical staff during peak times, vacations/illnesses.
• Assists with retrieval and delivery of reports, films, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Patient care setting.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education and Qualifications

• Education: Required – High school diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and/or experience.
• Certifications: No specific certification required for this position.
• Work Experience: Medical Office Setting (3 Years)
• Skills: Not Applicable
• Driver's License: A driver’s license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree
• Skills: Communication, Decision Making, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Software Packages, Working Independently

Compensation

• Grade: G07-H
• Salary Range: $19.29 - $29.91 per hour
• The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by qualifications, performance, equity, market rates, and department budget.

Additional Information

• Questions: For frequently asked questions about the application process, refer to the External Applicant FAQ.
• Accommodation: If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the accommodation inquiry number.
• Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates will undergo pre-employment screenings including background checks, drug screen, verification of employment/education/licensure, physical examination, vaccinations, and/or governmental registry checks. All offers contingent upon successful completion.
• EEO Statement: Washington University in St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.