Clinical Center Associate I/Clinical Center Associate Trainee

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is hiring a Clinical Center Associate Trainee/Associate I in the Ambulatory Services - Leukemia department. The role supports patient care by handling administrative duties, scheduling, and front-desk tasks in a fast-paced cancer center environment.

The position offers on-site work with a starting salary in the upper $30k to mid $40k range, plus comprehensive benefits. Training is provided to grow into a full Clinical Center Associate role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with one year of full-time customer service experience.
• Medical Office Assistant certificate or related program is acceptable for I level.
• Associate’s degree with relevant administrative experience in a clinical setting.
• Degrees must be from an accredited institution as stated in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, families, and visitors with professionalism and compassion.
• Answer phone calls and respond to routine questions.
• Assist with appointment scheduling and maintaining clinic calendars.
• Support patient registration and visit preparation activities.
• Collect and process patient co-payments when applicable.
• Record and transcribe physician orders as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient and clinic records.
• Coordinate administrative activities supporting daily clinic operations.
• Work closely with nurses, physicians, and team members to ensure seamless care.
• Protect patient privacy and handle confidential information appropriately.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Computer skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Office Assistant certificate or related program

Associate’s degree in a related field

Job description

Title:

Clinical Center Associate I/Clinical Center Associate Trainee

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Ambulatory Services - Leukemia

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

37.5

FTE:

0.9375

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role:
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every interaction matters. As a Clinical Center Associate, you will often be one of the first people our patients, families, and visitors connect with during their care journey.

Whether you are beginning your career in healthcare administration as a trainee or bringing previous clerical, scheduling, or customer service experience, this role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering an exceptional patient experience. You will help keep our clinics running smoothly by supporting patients, providers, and care teams with a variety of administrative and scheduling responsibilities.

If you are organized, compassionate, and enjoy helping others in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The starting annual salary for a Clinical Center Associate Trainee is $39,956 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

The starting annual salary for a Clinical Center Associate I is $44,560 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Do:
As a Clinical Center Associate, you will help create a welcoming and efficient experience for patients and visitors by:

• Greeting patients, families, and visitors with professionalism and compassion
• Answering phone calls and responding to routine questions
• Assisting with appointment scheduling and maintaining clinic calendars
• Supporting patient registration and visit preparation activities
• Collecting and processing patient co-payments when applicable
• Recording and transcribing physician orders as needed
• Maintaining accurate patient and clinic records
• Coordinating administrative activities that support daily clinic operations
• Working closely with nurses, physicians, and other team members to ensure seamless patient care
• Protecting patient privacy and handling confidential information appropriately

Candidates hired into the trainee level will receive on-the-job training and support to develop the skills needed to grow into the full Clinical Center Associate role.

What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• A positive, professional, and compassionate approach when interacting with patients and families
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy healthcare setting
• Basic computer and administrative skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Previous experience in healthcare, scheduling, clerical support, medical offices, patient access, reception, or customer-facing roles is helpful, but candidates with transferable skills and a desire to learn are encouraged to apply.

Who Thrives in This Role:
This role may be a great fit if you:
Enjoy helping people and creating positive experiences
Stay organized while balancing multiple tasks
Communicate effectively with a variety of people
Take pride in providing excellent service
Adapt well to changing priorities
Want to build a career in healthcare administration or patient support

• Enjoy helping people and creating positive experiences
• Stay organized while balancing multiple tasks
• Communicate effectively with a variety of people
• Take pride in providing excellent service
• Adapt well to changing priorities
• Want to build a career in healthcare administration or patient support

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At Roswell Park, our work has a greater purpose. Every employee contributes to our mission of eliminating cancer and improving lives.

• Meaningful work that directly supports patients and their families
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs
• A commitment to inclusion, respect, and professional development
• The opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized cancer center making a difference in the lives of patients every day

Join us and become part of a team dedicated to compassion, excellence, and hope. Every role matters, and every employee helps make a difference.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience for Clinical Center Associate Trainee:
High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and one (1) year of full-time experience in customer service.

OR

Required Education and Experience for Clinical Center Associate I:

1. Medical Office Assistant Associate’s degree; or
2. Associate’s degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time administrative support experience in a clinical setting requiring the use of medical terminology; or
3. High School diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma, completion of an Roswell Park-approved Medical Assistant certificate program and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time administrative support experience in a clinical setting requiring the use of medical terminology; or
4. High School diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time administrative support experience in a clinical setting requiring the use of medical terminology; or
5. High School diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in customer service and successful completion of a Clinical Center Associate traineeship at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (Roswell Park).

NOTE:
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate against employees, applicants, or job seekers on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are committed to maintaining a fair, respectful workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and supported in advancing our mission.

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Our Core Values

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