Medical Secretary - Vascular Surgery (Full-Time)

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You’re in the right place.Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion, and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading… A day in the life…Wondering what a day in the life of a Medical Secretary at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

• Arrive at work in the morning – no night shifts here!
• Perform secretarial tasks for management or assigned physicians, including correspondence preparation.
• Coordinate with the Billing team for accurate and timely completion of Prior Authorization processes. 
• Manage Qgenda calendar with updates on physicians' schedules and surgery cases.
• Transcribes medical information for patient files and prepares charts and reminder cards for outreach clinics.
• Schedule and coordinate clinic appointments, testing, and surgeries as requested by physicians.
• Obtain necessary pre-certifications, labs, and tests for surgeries.
• Exemplify patient customer service through phone calls, including patient scheduling, messages, and triaging calls to appropriate individuals.
• Demonstrate effective communication, both written and verbal, while promoting a positive, professional image of The Iowa Clinic, and maintain relationships with clinic personnel while maintaining confidentiality. 
• Leave in the evening – hooray for working standard clinic hours!

This role will support Vascular Surgery from 8:00-4:30 at our West Des Moines location, with coverage as needed Downtown. 

This job might be for you if you have…Qualifications

•  High school diploma or equivalent required.
•  Medical administrative assistant certification preferred.
• A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career in a fast-paced environment
• Effective organization and communication skills (written and verbal) with attention to detail.
• A positive and team-oriented attitude
• Ability to effectively operate multiple computer systems, phone lines, transcription, calculator, fax, and photocopy equipment.
• Previous Medical Office experience preferred 
• Exposure to different types of insurance programs and knowledge of medical terminology are preferred.

Bonus points if…

• You love exceeding people’s expectations
• You enjoy having fun where you work
• Finding meaningful connections is what you live for

Know someone else who might be a great fit for this role? Share it with them!What’s in it for you

• One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
• Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
• Generous PTO accruals
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
• Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days, and clinic-wide competitions
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
• Employee feedback surveys
• All employee meetings, team huddles, and transparent communication