Administrative Assistant, Liver Transplant Program

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Liver Transplant Program. You will handle referrals, scheduling outpatient procedures for evaluations, waitlist and post-transplant. This fast-paced, mission-driven role requires accuracy, discretion with patient information, and strong computer skills in Word, Excel and Access.

Prior health care experience is preferred. You will work with clinicians, administrative staff and patients to ensure timely care.

Qualifications

• Prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Professional communication with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to transplant services.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information appropriately.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Access.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process patient referrals.
• Screen program-related calls and schedule outpatient procedures for transplant evaluations, waitlist and post-transplant.
• Manage patient charges and obtain authorizations for appointments, testing, procedures, and admissions.
• Assist in outpatient clinic activities.
• Handle typing, faxing, and maintain weekly program records.
• Take on other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prioritizing assignments

Independent worker

Professional communication

Medical terminology knowledge

Confidential patient info handling

Microsoft Word/Excel/Access

Job description

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Liver Transplant Program. You will handle referrals, scheduling outpatient procedures for evaluations, waitlist and post-transplant. This fast-paced, mission-driven role requires accuracy, discretion with patient information, and strong computer skills in Word, Excel and Access.

Prior health care experience is preferred. You will work with clinicians, administrative staff and patients to ensure timely care.