UNIV - Administrative Coordinator I - Department of Ophthalmology

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

About The Position

The Administrative Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative, operational, and coordination support to four full-time physicians across multiple ophthalmic specialties in a high-volume academic medical clinic. This role is critical to ensuring efficient clinic operations, accurate scheduling, timely patient communication, and seamless coordination among clinical teams, financial services, referral partners, and operating room staff. The Administrative Coordinator serves as a key liaison between physicians, patients, clinic staff, community partners, and departmental leadership. The position requires independent judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt positively to evolving workflows, innovative processes, and additional responsibilities as departmental needs change.

Requirements

A high school diploma and four years relevant experience in business management, public administration or administrative services; or a bachelor's degree and two years experience in business management, public administration or administrative services.

Nice To Haves

Prior administrative experience in a medical or healthcare setting preferred.
Proficiency with EPIC or similar electronic medical record systems strongly preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated flexibility, initiative, and a positive attitude when adapting to new tasks, responsibilities, innovative processes, and evolving workflows.