Department Assistant, Occupational Health & Employee Health- 40 Hours

UMass Memorial Health • Webster, MA

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About The Position

The Department Assistant for Occupational Health & Employee Health at UMass Memorial Health Care plays a crucial role in providing administrative support to the department. This position involves coordinating various administrative tasks, maintaining databases, and ensuring effective communication within the department. The role is essential for the smooth operation of the Employee Health Clinic, contributing to the overall mission of delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the health system's goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related department administration experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills are required.
• Previous experience with database software is necessary.
• Ability to use standard computer software packages and applications is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates a variety of administrative assignments under the direction of department management.
• Maintains databases and spreadsheets to capture information for various assignments and reporting purposes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Provides administrative support for the department, including arranging meetings, producing correspondence and reports, and performing clerical duties such as receiving calls and managing mail.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for department policies and procedures.
• Ensures adequate inventory of office supplies and coordinates maintenance and repair of office equipment.
• Assists with the orientation of new department members.

Benefits

• Potential signing bonus available.
• Full-time position with a structured schedule from Monday to Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees