Secretary-cardiac Fitness

Overview:
St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.

St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.

Job Details:
Performs receptionist, clerical and communication activities to meet the needs of patients, Nursing Department and for the Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services/CNO and the Nursing Administration Team.

**Job Duties**:

- Manages front desk responsibilities including daily schedule, office visits and testing schedules.
- Verifies current and accurate patient demographics and upgrades information in computer as necessary.
- Obtains valid insurance information and scans insurance cards into system. Verifies and records necessary referrals and authorization information.
- Collects insurance deductibles, co-pays or self payments for services rendered, records on daily data sheet and prepares daily billing package.
- Prepares paperwork for new patient files.
- Greets patients and families in a professional, polite, courteous manner and provides assistance as needed.
- Answers telephones, screens and directs calls appropriately. Relays accurate messages to staff and MD's.
- Performs other jobs and duties as directed to ensure efficient daily operation within the office.
- Maintains timely and accurate filing of patient data.

**Requirements**:
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Experience: Prior secretarial or office experience. Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

Posted Salary Range: USD $21.33 - USD $29.86 /Hr.:
At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.