Summary: The Administrative Associate is accountable for accomplishing a wide variety of clerical functions associated with day to day hospital operations and/or organizational needs in a professional and timely manner. The responsibilities allocated to this position cross multiple and diverse departmental needs. These functions include but are not limited to those identified in the Universal Duties section herein and on the technical skills form attached.
Education: High school education or equivalent; prefer additional courses within the medical secretarial sciences. Prefer specialized course work in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and disease processing utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT 4 where applicable within the Medical Center. Continuous educational pursuits as required to perform all duties associated with position.
Experience: 6 months to one- year experience in a clinical setting. May require a working knowledge of medical terminology. Must be able to accurately utilize word-processing software, preferably Word for Windows. Experience performing transcription may be required. Requires excellent interpersonal skills. Must enjoy working with the public in a patient focused, customer service environment. With the exception of the Patient Care Center positions, requires expertise with Microsoft Excel, Access and PowerPoint or equivalent.