Medical Secretary III-Medicine

Advanced Administrative SupportProvides advanced administrative support to department physicians. Performs high level tasks, such as correspondence, scheduling patient appointments for physicians and business appointments. Perform Insurance Auths, schedule testing, and procedures. Requires knowledge of medical terminology and insurance information.

Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; and other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvides advanced administrative support to department physicians. Performs high level tasks, such as correspondence, scheduling patient appointments for physicians and business appointments. Perform Insurance Auths, schedule testing, and procedures.Attends meetings and create minutes and documents.Drafts routine correspondence, to include but not limited to FMLA documents, peer reviews.Develops, implements, and maintains electronic systems which meet department needs and satisfy requirements for retention and information security. Enters, updates, and retrieves information as needed.

Creates reports as needed.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferredFive or more years related medical office experienceAccurate typing and data entry skillsExcellent organization skillsWorking knowledge of software used by departmentProficiency in MSOffice (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook) is a must; working knowledge of internet research toolsKnowledge of general customer service practicesAbility to deal effectively and diplomatically with team members and publicAbility to work in a team environment. Must be self-motivated and self-starterAttention to detailsSelf-starter and ability to work independently in a dynamic and rapid changing environmentTotal Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.

Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.SkillsRequiredWorking Well Under Pressure AdvancedProfessionalism AdvancedTime Management AdvancedPositive Attitude AdvancedDecision Making AdvancedCustomer Service AdvancedCritical Thinking AdvancedAdaptability/Flexibility AdvancedEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.