Administrative Assistant

$49,920 - $49,920/Yr

Johns Hopkins - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

Educational Services

About the position

The position involves providing clerical and secretarial support at the Front Desk of the Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital. The role is essential for ensuring efficient operations, managing patient interactions, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with hospital policies and HIPAA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient and safe day-to-day operation of the Front Desk area.
• Perform secretarial duties as required for the Cancer Center.
• Greet physicians, patients, and family members, directing them to the appropriate area.
• Receive telephone calls and refer callers to the appropriate department or staff member.
• Obtain outside medical information appropriate for the patient's procedure/visit.
• Schedule patients for various procedures and register them in the hospital system.
• Process patient information and maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Answer multi-line telephone and respond to general questions.
• Maintain department scheduling using the department information system.
• Retrieve proper paperwork from admissions to process patients into the system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and a team player.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Previous experience working in a healthcare setting, including knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Imaging Services and Radiation Oncology Departments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $24 per hour.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research.
• Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse team.