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Henry Ford Health System

Medical Secretary - Orthopedics - Full Time (40Hrs)/Days - Detroit

Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228


Medical Secretary - Orthopedics - Full Time (40Hrs)/Days - Detroit

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: Full Time - 40 Hours - Monday - Friday, No Weekends.

Location: Detroit Main Campus - 2799 W. Grand Blvd Detroit, MI 48202

Department Information:

Founded in 1915, the Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) has established itself as one of the premier group practices in the nation. The 2,600+-member group of physicians, advanced practice providers and researchers fosters innovation and advancement in patient care, education and research while encouraging improvements in technology and patient care processes. Throughout its history, the HFMG has attracted physicians and researchers who are driven to discover and deliver new and better solutions to the most complex health challenges. They have global improvements to care in areas ranging from neuroscience and cancer to transplant and heart disease.

Orthopedic Team:

Henry Ford Health has one of the largest and most advanced orthopedic groups in the country. We provide orthopedic care for both adults and children (https://www.henryford.com/services/orthopedics/pediatric) . Our team includes specialists in all areas of orthopedics, including:

Sports medicine – official team doctors of the Detroit Lions; the Detroit Pistons; the Detroit Free Press Marathon; and many area colleges, universities and high schools

Joint replacement

Bone Health and Fracture Prevention Clinic

Broken bones and trauma

Bone cancer and soft-tissue sarcoma

Our team also provides specialized care based on the area of your body where you’re experiencing pain, such as:

Back pain and spine care

Foot and ankle care

Hand and wrist care

Joint care

Knee care

Orthopedics | Henry Ford Health - Detroit, MI (https://www.henryford.com/services/orthopedics)

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision from a leader on the Leadership Salary Plan grade up to and including M07, provides medical operations support to appropriate clinical department(s) utilizing knowledge of medical terminology and procedures in a hospital, clinic or laboratory environment and conducts special projects as defined and assigned by department(s).

Schedule Appointments: Manage patient bookings and reminders.

Handle Patient Inquiries: Respond to calls and emails professionally.

Update Medical Records: Maintain accurate electronic health records.

Process Billing: Manage insurance claims and patient payments.

Prepare Documentation: Transcribe dictations and draft medical reports.

Support Medical Staff: Assist doctors and nurses with administrative tasks.

Maintain Confidentiality: Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Coordinate Referrals: Arrange specialist appointments and diagnostic tests.

Manage Office Operations: Order supplies and organize filing systems.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

One (1) year of experience within a medical office setting preferred. Literacy and experience working with Microsoft Software Programs required.

Previous experience scheduling appointments/maintaining calendars preferred.

Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with callers and visitors, and provide information requiring ordinary courtesy and tact.

Ability to distribute departmental mail and other materials. Familiarity with medical terminology.

Additional Information

Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group

Department: Orthopedics

Shift: Day Job

Union Code: Not Applicable

Additional Details

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .

Benefits

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.