Secretary Jobs in Centereach, NY

A Secretary in the medical administration industry, also known as a Medical Secretary, administers the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities. They are responsible for managing patient records, scheduling appointments, handling correspondences, and carrying out administrative duties such as billing. They often act as a liaison between the doctor and the patient, and hence need excellent interpersonal skills. Their role also demands strong organizational abilities, proficiency in relevant computer applications, and a comprehensive understanding of medical terminologies.

Before becoming a Medical Secretary, a person may have experience in roles such as a Receptionist, an Administrative Assistant, or a Medical Transcriptionist. As for qualifications, they typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, although a certificate or associate degree in a related field is often preferred. Some individuals may also choose to earn certification from organizations such as the American Association of Medical Assistants or the National Healthcareer Association, which demonstrates a commitment to the profession and can enhance job prospects.

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Unit Secretary (Admin) / Ortho Neuro

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Unit Secretary - Emergency Room

  • Greens Farms, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greens Farms, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Other Duties as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma/GED required Previous Healthcare or Medical Secretary Experience preferred. 1-2 years of previous secretarial/clerical experience required...

Unit Secretary (Admin) / L&D

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Other Duties as assigned High School Diploma/GED required Previous Healthcare or Medical Secretary Experience preferred. 1-2 years of previous secretarial/clerical experience required....

Medical Secretary I - NYU Langone Advanced Orthopedics - Riverhead

  • Riverhead, NY (23 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Riverhead, NY (23 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Secretary I - NYU Langone Advanced Orthopedics - Riverhead....

Unit Secretary - OR General Surgery

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Unit Secretary performs administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned clinical area....

Unit Secretary - Per Diem

  • Port Jefferson, NY (5 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (5 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Our Unit Secretary will: Be responsible for performing administrative tasks for the nursing unit- including filing and organizing patient records/charts, managing inventory of office and...

Unit Secretary - Emergency Room

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Centereach, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Other Duties as assigned High School Diploma/GED required Previous Healthcare or Medical Secretary Experience preferred. 1-2 years of previous secretarial/clerical experience required....

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Centereach, NY

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Centereach, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Associate's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Secretarys in Centereach, NY
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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