Department Coordinator

Sutter Health • Palo Alto, CA

1d • $33 - $41

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD Position Overview: Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of an ancillary unit. Execute a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit. Work Location & Scope: This position supports Palo Alto and San Carlos, based on operational needs. The role also provides coverage across multiple departments, including ENT, Urology, and the Surgical Float Pool.

Requirements

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• 1 year recent relevant experience
• General knowledge of various medical terminology, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
• Well-developed administrative, time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
• Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Exercise sound judgment.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification preferred
• Recent Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of an ancillary unit.
• Execute a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner.
• Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
• Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
• May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit.

Benefits

• Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
• Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
• Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
• Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization.
• As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED