Secretary Jobs in Huntington, 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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Medical Secretary I - NYUL FGP Cardiology Associates, Mineola

  • Mineola, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Secretary I - NYUL FGP Cardiology Associates, Mineola....

Unit Secretary (Admin) / Ortho Neuro

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Shift Detail: 3p-1130p. Every other weekend (sat/sun). 8 hr shifts. Rotating holidays Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than...

Medical Secretary

  • Rochdale Village, NY (23 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rochdale Village, NY (23 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Medical Secretary Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Admin, Secretarial Region: North West Location: Rochdale Salary: 24,486 to 24,486 per annum Salary Description: 24,486.00 pro rota Posted: 18/06/2025...

Unit Secretary (Per Diem) - Emergency Room

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 9 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....

Unit Secretary - Pre-Admissions

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 12 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 - Emergency Room

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 17 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...

Medical Secretary - NYU Langone Medical Center - Mineola

  • Mineola, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Mineola, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Secretary I, Medical....

Per Diem Unit Secretary

  • Long Beach, NY (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Long Beach, NY (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Be a cornerstone of our nursing unit, delivering vital clerical support, and serving as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors....

Medical Secretary-Multispecialty-Freeport, NY-Full Time-Day-Offsite

  • Freeport, NY (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Freeport, NY (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Description Medical Secretary-Multispecialty-Freeport, NY-Full Time-Day-Offsite Provides secretarial and clinical support to supervising physician in an offsite practice setting....

Unit Secretary (Admin) / L&D

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 45+ 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...

Medical Scheduler

  • Roslyn, NY (13 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Roslyn, NY (13 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Our Interventional Cardiology practice is looking for a Medical Scheduler....

Unit Secretary- Per Diem

  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Immediately notifies Patient Registration Unit of any patient transfers, discharges or expirations. Maintains unit information in Order Entry System....

Adjunct Faculty/Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) - Westchester Community College

  • Valhalla, NY (24 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (24 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description: Seeking energetic and engaging Adjunct Faculty to teach the Medical Administrative Assistant curriculum. The Adjunct Faculty member will deliver a Medical Administrative Assistant...

Unit Secretary - OR General Surgery

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Huntington, NY

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Huntington, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
24.0%
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 Huntington, 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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