Secretary Jobs in Beltsville, MD

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

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

Thins patient medical chart, prepares new chart, and facilitates discharged patient's chart to Health Information Management (HIM) department....

Unit Secretary -PT Night Shift 6:30pm-7am

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Provides administrative and clerical support on a patient-centered care unit or department. Facilitates communication and contributes to patient care. Greets the physic......

Unit Secretary, Days, Cardiac/Telemetry

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment, with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.Howard University Hospital seeks to hire a Unit Secretary...

Unit Secretary, Days

  • Falls Church, VA (17 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (17 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is looking for a dedicated Unit Secretary to join our Overflow/Med Surg team....

Unit Secretary (Part Time- Rotating schedule w/ rot weekend)

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Thins patient medical chart, prepares new chart, and facilitates discharged patients chart to Health Information Management (HIM) department....

Unit Secretary - Night shift 6:30p-7a (rotating weekend)

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position Provides administrative and clerical support on a patient-centered care unit or department. Facilitates communication and contributes to patient care....

Unit Secretary -PT Night Shift 6:30pm-7am

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position Provides administrative and clerical support on a patient-centered care unit or department. Facilitates communication and contributes to patient care....

Unit Secretary - Day shift 6:30am-7pm

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position Provides administrative and clerical support on a patient-centered care unit or department. Facilitates communication and contributes to patient care....

Unit Secretary - Evening shift w/rot wknd 10:30am-11pm

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position Provides administrative and clerical support on a patient-centered care unit or department. Facilitates communication and contributes to patient care....

Medical Secretary II- Medicine

  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (23 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Provides administrative support to department or one or more physicians; performs routine tasks, such as typing correspondence, scheduling patient appointments for a limited number of physicians...

Correctional Health Services Administrator

  • Arlington, VA (14 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (14 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While...

Unit Secretary - Medical Surgical/Telemetry

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago

This position necessitates a keen attention to detail, as the Unit Secretary will be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, facilitating timely communication among the healthcare team...

Unit Secretary - Day shift w/rot wkd (7am-3:30pm)

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 6 days ago

a unit secretary, including experience in an acute care facility. preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with basic medical terminology preferred....

Unit Secretary - Behavioral Health (Inpatient Services)

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Unit Secretary - Behavioral Health - Inpatient Services (PRN) Our ideal candidate will meet the needs of the patient and support the Behavioral Health Department by providing...

Unit Secretary - Emergency

  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Beltsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago

The Unit Secretary will m anage the front desk operations, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries....

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Beltsville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Beltsville, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Associate's Degree
23.3%
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 Beltsville, MD
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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