Pre-Kidney Transplant Program Specialist

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUHA) is seeking a Transplant Program Specialist to support the transplant team. The role involves coordinating administrative duties, communicating with patients and clinical staff by phone and mail, and maintaining transplant records in the EMR.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with four years of related experience; keyboarding skills are needed, and familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or high school diploma and four years of relatable work experience is required.
• Previous experience in a secretarial/clerical position is preferred.
• Basic keyboarding skills are required; medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between patient and transplant center staff, communicating information by telephone and written correspondence.
• Maintain transplant-related records and ensure accuracy of data in the EMR.
• Keep up to date with regulatory changes in UNOS and CMS.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree or HS diploma + 4 years relatable experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Transplant Program Specialist reports to the Transplant Program Manager of the Transplant Center. Under general supervision, the Transplant Program Specialist helps to establish, coordinate, and perform all administrative duties required to support the transplant team. The position operates as the liaison between the patient and the Transplant Center’s clinical staff in communicating relevant information by telephone and written correspondence. Additional responsibilities include maintaining transplant-related records, accurate data entry in the EMR, and keeping up to date with the regulatory changes in UNOS and CMS.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000728 CHS - Transplant - Kidney Adult (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-22 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description

The Transplant Program Specialist reports to the Transplant Program Manager of the Transplant Center. Under general supervision, the Transplant Program Specialist helps to establish, coordinate, and perform all administrative duties required to support the transplant team. The position operates as the liaison between the patient and the Transplant Center’s clinical staff in communicating relevant information by telephone and written correspondence. Additional responsibilities include maintaining transplant-related records, accurate data entry in the EMR, and keeping up to date with the regulatory changes in UNOS and CMS.

Additional Job Description

A bachelor’s degree or high school diploma and four years of relatable work experience is required. Previous experience in a secretarial/clerical position is preferred. Basic keyboarding skills are required; medical terminology is preferred. Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a wide range of groups and individuals. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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