Hospitalist Assistant | St Cloud Hospital

CentraCare Health; Saint Cloud (MN); Hybrid; USD 27,428 - 41,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

PTO

Retirement

Employee discounts

Job summary

CentraCare Health is seeking a detail-oriented Hospitalist Assistant at St. Cloud Hospital to provide essential administrative support for the Hospitalist Program. This role focuses on coordinating communication among medical staff and enhancing patient care.

Responsibilities include managing patient assignments, clerical duties, and resolving program-related issues efficiently. Starting pay is $19.91 per hour, with a range up to $29.87, along with full-time benefits. Applicants must have a high school diploma and experience in a healthcare or customer service role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, medical assistant, or in customer service.
• Experience with office procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication for the Hospitalist Program among medical teams.
• Assist in daily patient assignments ensuring timely care.
• Provide clerical support for the hospitalist team.
• Resolve issues related to the hospitalist program with relevant departments.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in medical secretary or related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Hospitalist Assistant to provide essential administrative support for our Hospitalist Program at St. Cloud Hospital. This role will primarily focus on coordinating communication between hospitalists, medical staff, nurses and other hospital staff to ensure the smooth operation of the program. The Hospitalist Assistant will work closely with providers, nursing staff, and other hospital departments to enhance patient care and streamline operational processes. The Hospitalist Assistant plays a crucial role in providing essential support to daily patient assignments, ensuring that each patient is promptly seen by the appropriate provider for timely and effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Communication Coordination: Act as the central point of contact for the Hospitalist Program, ensuring seamless communication between providers and with nurses, patients, and other medical teams in the hospital.
• Patient Assignment & Coordination: Assist in daily patient assignment and ensure the timely and accurate flow of information to relevant stakeholders.
• Administrative Support: Provide clerical support to the hospitalist team, including, but not limited to: mail distribution/fax management, basic office upkeep, inventory/supply order, etc.
• Problem Resolution: Address any issues or concerns related to the hospitalist program, collaborating with relevant departments and program leadership to resolve them efficiently.

Schedule

• Full-time | 60-72 hours every two weeks | Hybrid
• Various start/end times: 5:15am-2:00pm, 5:15am-3:45pm, 2:00pm-11:30pm
• Every other weekend, rotating holidays

Pay and Benefits

• Starting pay begins at $19.91 per hour and increases with experience
  • Pay range: $19.91 - $29.87 per hour
• Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, medical assistant, or in customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical secretary or a related field.
• 1 year of experience with office procedures and equipment.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.