Administrative Assistant - Cancer Center, 40 hours, Days - Temporary Assignment

UMass Memorial Health • Southbridge, MA

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About The Position

This position is a temporary assignment at UMass Memorial Health, where everyone is considered a caregiver, regardless of their title or responsibilities. The health system is known for exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research, making it a premier health system in Central Massachusetts. The role involves working in a collaborative environment with over 20,000 employees dedicated to healing patients and the community.

Requirements

• Equivalent to high school diploma.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and effective communication.
• Must be able to multitask and maintain a calm demeanor.
• Must possess a sound knowledge of business systems and office procedures.

Nice To Haves

• One-year advanced education and training in the business/secretarial/medical field or equivalent experience.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• At least 2 years of office experience, preferably in a medical office.
• Typing speed of 40 wpm and experience handling high volume telephones.

Responsibilities

• Serves as unit receptionist, directing patients, visitors, and others, including heavy telephone intake, patient registration, booking appointments, obtaining client data, typing correspondence, managing phone & foot traffic, and scanning documents into EHR.
• Participates fully in shared office tasks, including receiving visitors, scheduling appointments, reception duties, and filing.
• Provides back-up coverage for other support staff and assists with coverage for other sites as needed.
• Communicates clinic processes, expectations, and responsibilities to all new clients.
• Provides estimates for services when appropriate.

Benefits

• Signing bonus may be available, eligibility confirmed during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees