Medical Secretary
Henry Ford Health
Plymouth, MI2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
- Must know
- OperationsPatient careMedical terminology
- Work
- On-site in Plymouth
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Patient care66%Operations36%Medical terminology28%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 5, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Medical Secretary, you will provide essential medical operations support to clinical departments, utilizing your knowledge of medical terminology and procedures. You'll work under direct supervision, assisting in daily operations and special projects to ensure smooth functioning of hospital, clinic, or laboratory environments. Your role is vital in maintaining efficient workflows and supporting patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide medical operations support to clinical departments using medical terminology and procedures.
- Conduct special projects as assigned by the department.
- Schedule appointments and maintain calendars efficiently.
- Communicate effectively with callers and visitors, providing courteous and tactful information.
- Distribute departmental mail and other materials as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Literacy and experience working with Microsoft Software Programs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- One (1) year of experience within a medical office setting (preferred).
- Previous experience scheduling appointments/maintaining calendars (preferred).
- Exceptional professional resilience and an even temper, remaining calm, objective, and compassionate when interacting with anxious or frustrated patients in high-stress healthcare environments.
- Highly adaptable under pressure, seamlessly pivoting between heavy administrative duties, high-volume phone lines, and face-to-face patient care without losing focus or momentum.
- Proactive, self-starting autonomy to independently anticipate and resolve operational backlogs before they impact patient care.
- Meticulous attention to detail that ensures clinical accuracy and patient safety across all documentation.