Clinical Administrative Assistant – Nephrology

Lurie Children's; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and clinical coordination support to the Division of Nephrology.

The role includes scheduling, records handling, prior authorizations, and coordinating complex patient visits to ensure efficient clinic operation. The candidate should have at least two years of office experience, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication abilities, with emphasis on accuracy and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years general office or administrative experience; hospital/physician office preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects and exercise good problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments and procedures for clinical staff and patients.
• Disseminates medical records, prior authorizations, and referral information as needed.
• Coordinates complex patient visits across departments and sites.
• Collaborates with central scheduling and registration teams to manage patient lists.
• Serves as liaison between patients, families, and the clinical team.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Prioritization

Detail oriented

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and clinical coordination support to the Division of Nephrology.

The role includes scheduling, records handling, prior authorizations, and coordinating complex patient visits to ensure efficient clinic operation. The candidate should have at least two years of office experience, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication abilities, with emphasis on accuracy and