Clerical Assistant – Healthcare Setting - CAHS 26-01116

NavitasPartners • New York, NY

15h • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Clerical Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support within a healthcare environment. This role is essential to maintaining smooth daily operations by supporting staff, clinicians, and patients through accurate data entry, reception coverage, scheduling, and general office functions. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, strong organizational skills, and excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Minimum typing speed of 50 keystrokes per minute
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Prior clerical or administrative experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or medical office experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform general clerical and administrative duties, including filing, indexing, scanning, and data entry
• Serve as a front-desk point of contact, greeting patients, visitors, and staff in a professional and courteous manner
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and maintain departmental calendars
• Prepare, type, and format correspondence, reports, and other administrative documents
• Operate office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, scanners, and fax machines
• Enter and maintain data accurately while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with privacy standards
• Provide high-quality customer service and respond to patient inquiries appropriately
• Coordinate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff to support departmental workflow
• Perform additional clerical and administrative tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED