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To
be a successful Medical Secretary you should:
- Be skilled in new and emerging technology.
- Have a working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy,
and physiology.
- Be able to make decisions independently and manage
your own work and schedule.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
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| What
type of education and/or training do I need?
Medical secretaries can receive education through academic
programs at many community colleges in the state. However,
high school graduates who have basic office skills may
qualify for entry-level secretarial positions. |
| Do
I need a license or certification for this career?
Licensure is not required in the State of Connecticut. |
| Where
can I get more information? International
Association of Administrative Professionals
10502 NW Ambassador Dr
PO Box 20404
Kansas City, MO 64195
(816) 891-6600
www.iaap-hq.org |
| What
is the salary for this career? $24,960-$39,520
(Source: 2003 Connecticut Hospital Association
Compensation Survey) |
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| What
will my job be like? Medical secretaries
perform administrative duties in a medical office or in
a health-related industry, such as insurance. Familiarity
with medical terminology, claims management, and filing
procedures is often required. Strong grammar and spelling
abilities are essential. Duties may include word processing,
data entry, reception and database management, as well
as interaction with vendors and patients. Sensitivity
to confidential matters is required. |
| Where
could I work? Most medical secretaries are
full-time employees who work a standard 40-hour week.
However, office work can lend itself to alternative or
flexible working arrangements, such as part-time work
or job sharing.
Possible workplace settings:
- Hospitals
- Physician Offices
- Schools
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| What
is the future of this career? Rapid growth
in the health services should lead to average growth for
medical secretaries.
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Where
can I get the education and/or training?
- Asnuntuck Community College, Enfield
- Briarwood College, Southington
- Gateway Community College, New Haven
- Goodwin College, East Hartford
- Manchester Community College, Manchester
- Norwalk Community College, Norwalk
- Northwestern Connecticut Community College, Winsted
- Quinebaug Valley Community College, Danielson
- St. Vincent's College, Bridgeport
- Tunxis Community College, Farmington
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