Days

UHS•Amarillo, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. The Administrative Coordinator position requires a team-oriented professional to provide support services for departmental management. Services include, but are not limited to, assistance with planning, implementing, and/or evaluating utilization of departmental human, financial, and material resources with minimal supervision. The Administrative Coordinator supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups. Performs clerical duties to assist staff, management, and patients, along with other daily obligations. Assist the Management team with the day-to-day operations. Assists with running metrics and mandatory reports in software program(s) as necessary. Works with and coordinates meetings with external entities, personnel, and internal staff needs for meetings. Answers phone/email messages in a prompt, timely and professional manner. Have a good knowledge of patient registration, payment and insurance processes. In ancillary areas, maintains/organizes the patient waiting area, provides patient check in support, and coordinates with external facilities for follow through.

Requirements

Five or more years’ experience in an administrative assistant/management support role; experience in a healthcare setting strongly preferred.
High School Diploma (or equivalency) required.
Typing skill of 35-40 wpm
High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
Organizational skills and ability to function independently required.

Responsibilities

Performs clerical duties to assist staff, management, and patients, along with other daily obligations.
Assist the Management team with the day-to-day operations.
Assists with running metrics and mandatory reports in software program(s) as necessary.
Works with and coordinates meetings with external entities, personnel, and internal staff needs for meetings.
Answers phone/email messages in a prompt, timely and professional manner.
Have a good knowledge of patient registration, payment and insurance processes.
In ancillary areas, maintains/organizes the patient waiting area, provides patient check in support, and coordinates with external facilities for follow through.