Unit Assistant

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham is seeking a dedicated administrative professional to support the Outpatient Surgery Center North Tower. This full-time role follows a 4:30a-1:00p Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays, and work location is UAB St.

Vincent's Birmingham. You will perform clerical duties, greet patients, coordinate appointments, assist with order-entry tasks, and maintain patient charts, collaborating with physicians and the care team to ensure smooth patient flow and

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of relevant experience required.
• BLS Provider preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned clinical area.
• Greet patients, answer/screen/route telephone calls, files, distribute mail and performs other general clerical duties.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members about patient care according to protocol. Schedule patients for individual appointment and in a timely manner.
• Provide assistance with programs/software for Physicians/Clinicians through the order entry processes, transfers and discharges. Assemble and maintain patient charts.
• Coordinate meetings/schedules meetings/rooms with the appropriate person, send notices as requested. Maintain meeting minutes. Enter and maintain timekeeping changes and staff schedules in computer systems.

Skills

Clerical tasks

Patient interaction

Appointment scheduling

Communication

Order-entry software

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Tools

Order entry software

Job description

Position Overview

Department: UAB-St Vincent's Outpatient Surgery Center North Tower

Schedule: 4:30a-1:00p Monday-Friday, No weekend, No Holidays

Work Location: UAB ST Vincent's Birmingham

Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

What You Will Do

• Perform administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned clinical area.


• Greet patients and visitors, answer/screen/route telephone calls, files, distribute mail and performs other general clerical duties.


• Communicate with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members about patient care according to protocol. Schedule patients for individual appointment and in a timely manner.


• Provide assistance with programs/software for Physicians/Clinicians through the order entry processes, transfers and discharges. Assemble and maintain patient charts.


• Coordinate meetings/schedules meetings/rooms with the appropriate person, send notices as requested. Maintain meeting minutes. Enter and maintain timekeeping changes and staff schedules in computer systems.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

About UAB St. Vincent's

UAB St. Vincent's, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent's name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama's best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.