Medical Secretary - BH/042
WILL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT & COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Behavioral Health Services and Clerical
Job Summary
The candidate will be responsible for medical records, responding to all incoming record requests, sending records, and working with third-party vendors to retrieve medical records. Requests will come from various sources (in-person, faxes, email, etc.). Answering incoming calls and making outgoing calls regarding medical records is another facet of the position. Responsibility also includes working with internal departments, scanning medical/clinical records into patient charts, pre-authorizations, MCR data entry, and working with hospitals and specialists. Also, assists with front desk operations (including scheduling clients and reception). Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Benefits
Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, and vacation.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduate or equivalency required. Two (2) years prior and related paraprofessional and clerical experience. The passing of the Health Department’s clerical test.
REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License with minimum auto liability insurance. Verification of employment eligibility or U.S. citizenship.
DESIRED
Bilingual in Spanish. Medical Insurance Authorization experience.
Salary Range
Grade 9 Hourly Wages ($19.48 – $27.52)
Disclaimer
APPLY BY:
4/5/26 4:30 pm
DATE POSTED:
3/27/26 – BH/042
Contact:
Stacey J. Knack, M.B.A.
Director of Human Resources
Will County Health Department
501 Ella Avenue Joliet, IL 60433
Fax (815) 727-8526
Download the Adobe PDF application below, complete, and fax it to (815) 727-8526 or email to jgodfrey@willcountyhealth.org. Please include your resume with the job application.