Medical Secretary (Orthopedic Surgeon)

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, with locations in Chicago and the Western Suburbs, is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The physicians of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush have received specialized training in orthopedic surgery and in subspecialty areas within the field of orthopedic medicine and can diagnose and treat even the most complicated and rare musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top10 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, exceptional time-management capabilities, and have an ability to take initiative. Candidate's primary purpose is to serve as a key point of contact between patients and physician. The position will primarily be based at the Orthopedic Building in Chicago, IL near the Illinois Medical District. Candidate will need to have flexibility to travel to the outpatient clinics located in Oak Brook, IL and Munster, IN.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, internal departments, hospitals and other organizations.
• Close collaboration with the physician and staff.
• Prepares the charts for clinic day.
• Completes correspondence including faxing, mailing, work comp reports, draft letters, and maintenance of medical appointment schedules for the practice.
• Responsible for assisting to organize meeting for assigned physician. 
• Represents physicians by screening incoming telephone calls; recording and transmitting messages; salespeople and/or visitors. Screen potential patients and visitors; arranging referrals to other health care providers; scheduling appointments for consultations, x-rays, lab tests, physical therapy, MRI's, CT scans, etc.
• Organize and maintain the practice and academic calendars.
• Answers all incoming inquiries from patients, providers, staff and others related to all aspects of practice operations.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), required.
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree, preferred. 
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills within the team and to patients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, emphasis on word, excel, and outlook.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment including problem solving, decision making, strategic thinking, planning, and communication.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Be keenly detail-oriented. 

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $20- $25 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package. 

• Quarterly Bonus opportunity.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana. 

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader.  Come see what we’re all about.