MEDICAL SECRETARY

JOB LOCATION

Duke Health Center Arringdon - 5601 Arringdon Park Dr

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Medical Secretary responsible for coordinating all peri-operative activities related to patients being scheduled for surgery.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review surgical postings received for accuracy of information in medical chart- right patient, right side, right procedure and accurate diagnosis prior to posting the case in Epic.  Review any discrepancies or omitted data with providers.
• Schedule and verify surgery date and related information such as medical clearance, hospitalist appointments and pre-op appointments with the patient verbally and then send confirming information in writing documenting in Epic.
• Respond timely to patient inquiries for information related to the surgery during the peri-operative period to keep patients informed and relaxed.
• Record all surgical cases on Outlook calendars so providers and staff can accurately see what time is available.
• Obtain authorization form insurance companies for all surgical procedures that require authorization.
• Submit billing sheets to the physicians daily to code their surgeries.
• Other duties as requested.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires a general educational background normally equivalent to a high school education.

• Work requires two years of related medical clerical experience sufficient to acquire skills in transcribing medical terminology, office organization and communications.

• Prior experience in a clinical setting or in an orthopaedic coding/billing setting preferred. 

JOB HOURS

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.