Perioperative Front Desk Clerk — Dynamic Patient Support

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care, Perioperative Division is seeking a Clerk III to provide clerical coordination and front desk reception for high-volume Perioperative operations. You will rotate to multiple clerical desks, interact with patients and staff, and support scheduling and record management in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask while delivering courteous service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office routines and functions sufficient to refer visitors and calls.
• Knowledge of institutional and unit policies, processes, and forms.
• Knowledge of proper format, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
• Skill in utilizing computer software packages and online systems.
• Skill in operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and apply policies.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Rotates between up to 8 clerk desks in the Main Operating Room, providing flexible support.
• Communicates with patients and visitors, maintaining positive relationships.
• Coordinates with charge nurses to align daily surgical scheduling.
• Processes and manages medical records and related documents.
• Utilizes Epic and other software for clerical tasks.
• Maintains clear communication within the clerical team.

Skills

Office routines

Policies knowledge

Grammar & punctuation

Software proficiency

Office equipment

Communication skills

Instruction adherence

Task prioritization

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care, Perioperative Division is seeking a Clerk III to provide clerical coordination and front desk reception for high-volume Perioperative operations. You will rotate to multiple clerical desks, interact with patients and staff, and support scheduling and record management in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask while delivering courteous service.