Transplant Program Specialist I

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transplant Program Specialist at Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) provides essential administrative support to the transplant team, under general supervision. The role acts as liaison between patients and the Center’s clinical staff, coordinating information by phone and written correspondence.

Responsibilities include maintaining transplant records, accurate data entry in the EMR, and staying current with UNOS and CMS regulatory changes to ensure compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with four years of relatable work experience.
• Previous secretarial/clerical experience is preferred.
• Basic keyboarding skills are required; medical terminology is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish cooperative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the transplant team and act as liaison between patients and clinical staff via phone and written correspondence.
• Maintain transplant-related records and perform accurate data entry in the EMR.
• Stay up to date with regulatory changes in UNOS and CMS.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Keyboarding

Cooperative relationships

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

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 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

CC000722 CHS - Transplant - Heart Adult (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-22

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

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!

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