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The Medical Office Receptionist is
typically responsible for answering telephone calls, scheduling
appointments and preparing correspondence. He or she knows medical
office terminology, is familiar with office health information
procedures and understand medical laws and ethics. US Department
of Labor: Medical Secretaries transcribe dictation,
prepare correspondence, and assist physicians or medical scientists
with reports, speeches, articles, and conference proceedings. They
also record simple medical histories, arrange for patients to be
hospitalized, and order supplies. Most medical secretaries need to
be familiar with insurance rules, billing practices, and hospital or
laboratory procedures. |