Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Administrative Assistant - Clinical
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
Location Superior Street, Chicago, IL
Job Description The Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of
clerical back office support
responsibilities to facilitate the efficient operation of the Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Division. This Monday‑Friday position works 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience in back office or clerical work in a clinic, hospital or doctor's office. Experience working with Epic is highly desired.
Clinical Job Functions
Schedules appointments and procedures for clinical staff, including outpatient office appointments, outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures, and ancillary testing.
Procures or disseminates medical records, prior authorizations, and/or primary care referral information as needed to ensure a successful clinical encounter.
Coordinates complex patient visits involving multiple departments and providers, including appointments at affiliate organizations and outreach sites.
Partners with central scheduling and registration teams to manage, via work queues or other methods, lists of patients in need of services.
Functions as liaison between patients, families and the clinical team, assisting families in navigating the Lurie system and coordinating with ancillary departments.
Collaborates with central registration to ensure patients have updated insurance information, prior authorization is initiated in advance of the rendered service, and referrals are obtained if appropriate.
Other functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
A minimum of two years general office or administrative experience preferred. Hospital or physician office experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and resolve standard problems.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Ability to prioritize projects and strong problem solving skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion.
Ability to provide high level of quality customer service to patients/families, employees, leaders, and external vendors.
Pay Range $19.00‑$28.50 Hourly
Benefits For full‑time and part‑time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, employer paid group term life and disability, employer contribution toward Health Savings Account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a 403(b) with a 5% employer match. Additional voluntary benefits include supplemental life, AD&D and disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, tuition assistance, student loan servicing and support, adoption benefits, backup childcare and eldercare, employee assistance program, discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities and a discount purchasing program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Contact Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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Location Superior Street, Chicago, IL
Job Description The Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of
clerical back office support
responsibilities to facilitate the efficient operation of the Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Division. This Monday‑Friday position works 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience in back office or clerical work in a clinic, hospital or doctor's office. Experience working with Epic is highly desired.
Clinical Job Functions
Schedules appointments and procedures for clinical staff, including outpatient office appointments, outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures, and ancillary testing.
Procures or disseminates medical records, prior authorizations, and/or primary care referral information as needed to ensure a successful clinical encounter.
Coordinates complex patient visits involving multiple departments and providers, including appointments at affiliate organizations and outreach sites.
Partners with central scheduling and registration teams to manage, via work queues or other methods, lists of patients in need of services.
Functions as liaison between patients, families and the clinical team, assisting families in navigating the Lurie system and coordinating with ancillary departments.
Collaborates with central registration to ensure patients have updated insurance information, prior authorization is initiated in advance of the rendered service, and referrals are obtained if appropriate.
Other functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
A minimum of two years general office or administrative experience preferred. Hospital or physician office experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and resolve standard problems.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Ability to prioritize projects and strong problem solving skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion.
Ability to provide high level of quality customer service to patients/families, employees, leaders, and external vendors.
Pay Range $19.00‑$28.50 Hourly
Benefits For full‑time and part‑time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, employer paid group term life and disability, employer contribution toward Health Savings Account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a 403(b) with a 5% employer match. Additional voluntary benefits include supplemental life, AD&D and disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, tuition assistance, student loan servicing and support, adoption benefits, backup childcare and eldercare, employee assistance program, discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities and a discount purchasing program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Contact Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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