Secretary Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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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Administrative Assistant - Medical Billing (Bilingual in Spanish)

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Outpatient Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant - Medical Billing (Bilingual in Spanish/English) Our Team: Providence Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC),...

Medical Secretary, Physician Practice

  • Pawtucket, RI (10 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (10 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 hours ago

Conducts patient registration and patient billing in applicable systems. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Vocational/technical training. Medical terminology required....

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr (Milford OBGYN) 32 Hours, Days

  • Milford, MA (10 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Milford, MA (10 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

May attend meetings in capacity of recording secretary. Distributes meeting agenda and minutes. 4....

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr-SHARE (Diabetes) 40 hours, days

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Registers patients for each patient visit, utilizing computer-based patient registration/ scheduling system. Verifies patient's insurance coverage and eligibility....

Unit Secretary

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Completes unit secretary schedule ensuring even distribution of secretarial resources as assigned. Participates in unit staff meetings and records minutes....

Unit Secretary, North Pavilion 4/5, 24 Hour Nights

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Administrative Assistant - Medical Billing

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Outpatient Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant - Medical Billing Our Team: Providence Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Providence, RI, is part of...

Unit Secretary, Emergency Department, 24 Hour, Days

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Unit Secretary, Maternity Center, 24 Hour, Days

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Unit Secretary. South 2, 20 Hour Days

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Unit Secretary

  • Thompson, CT (18 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Thompson, CT (18 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs a variety of clerical support and other duties to assist the nursing staff in carrying out daily patient care activities. Prepared and maintains patient medical records....

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr-SHARE (So County Pediatrics) - 40 hours, days

  • Webster, MA (18 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Webster, MA (18 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Registers patients for each patient visit, utilizing computer-based patient registration/ scheduling system. 14. Verifies patients insurance coverage and eligibility. 15....

Medical Secretary

  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Under direction of office supervisor and physicians receives patients into site. Ensures record is complete and available prior to patient arrival. Updates patient information including...

Unit Secretary, Nurse Floats

  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Orient new staff members into the role of unit secretary to all the job responsibilities as indicated throughout the job description....

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr (Washington St. Auburn Internal Medicine) 40 Hours, Days

  • Auburn, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Auburn, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 17 days ago

May attend meetings in capacity of recording secretary. Distributes meeting agenda and minutes....

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Woonsocket, RI 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 Woonsocket, RI
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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