*A job as a Psychiatric Secretary falls under the broader career category of Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants :
Perform secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures. Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
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Median Annual Wage |
$43,380 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$20.86* |
Total Employed Nationally |
749,500 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.