Community Health Admin Assistant — Impact & Growth

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

EAP

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential clerical and administrative support for the Community and Population Health Department. The role handles organization, communication, and coordination to ensure smooth workflows in healthcare services and supports the leadership team on department initiatives and programs.

The position involves planning and supporting program activities, coordinating office operations, and assisting with billing and record retention.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required.
• Two years of administrative experience in a medical practice or healthcare setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical and administrative support to ensure efficient daily operations of the Community and Population Health Department.
• Supports the department leadership with administrative needs, initiatives, and programs.
• Coordinates office activities, schedules, communications, and other administrative functions.
• Supports planning, coordination and implementation of departmental programs and activities.
• Helps maintain organized workflows to support delivery of healthcare and community-based services.
• Assists with billing-related administrative tasks and maintains accurate departmental records.
• Supports record retention, filing, documentation, and other office management responsibilities.
• Coordinates and communicates with department staff, leadership and other stakeholders as needed.
• Performs additional administrative duties under leadership direction to support departmental goals.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate degree

Job description

University Hospital is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential clerical and administrative support for the Community and Population Health Department. The role handles organization, communication, and coordination to ensure smooth workflows in healthcare services and supports the leadership team on department initiatives and programs.

The position involves planning and supporting program activities, coordinating office operations, and assisting with billing and record retention.