Admin Assistant

Administrative CoordinatorPerforms a variety of administrative, and secretarial tasks for the department head. Establishes and maintains efficient, orderly and effective clerical procedures and timely flow of communication through the Department.Responsibilities:Assists in developing, reviewing, and updating departmental policies and procedures to meet regulatory, safety, quality, and compliance standards.Manages departmental budgets, monitors reports, maintains attendance, processes payroll requests, and provides timekeeper coverage as needed.Oversees onboarding checklists, orients new employees, arranges staff coverage for the Psychiatric Emergency Room, and manages moonlighting shifts.Plans, organizes, and supervises clerical functions; responds to daily operational issues and investigates/resolves departmental complaints.Schedules and coordinates meetings, conferences, and supervisor's calendar; prepares purchase orders, check requests, reimbursements, and maintains records.Performs charge release, prior authorizations, and billing inquiry resolution to ensure timely and accurate billing processes.Qualifications:High School graduation or equivalent; 1-2 years of college preferred.3-5 years of secretarial and managerial experience, preferably in a hospital setting required.Typing: 55 wpm (tested).Must pass test demonstrating proficiency in Word Perfect or Word.Knowledge of medical terminology required.Shorthand, fast longhand, or ability to transcribe dictation from Dictaphone required.Good oral and written communication skills.Good interpersonal skills.Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.Pay Range: USD $50,817.00 - USD $63,522.00 /Yr.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerMaimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.