Cardiopulmonary Clinical Admin & Scheduling Specialist

luriechildrens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide broad support to the Cardiopulmonary department. The role involves scheduling, coordination of patient visits, and processing records and authorizations.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of office experience, with strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. A patient-focused, detail-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years general office or administrative experience preferred.
• Hospital or physician office experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects and strong problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments and procedures for clinical staff, including outpatient, inpatient, and ancillary testing.
• Manages medical records, prior authorizations, and referral information for clinical encounters.
• Coordinates complex patient visits across departments and affiliate sites.
• Collaborates with central scheduling and registration teams to manage patient service queues.
• Acts as liaison between patients, families, and the clinical team to navigate the system.

Skills

Office administration

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide broad support to the Cardiopulmonary department. The role involves scheduling, coordination of patient visits, and processing records and authorizations.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of office experience, with strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. A patient-focused, detail-oriented approach is essential.