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Administrative Assistant - Post-Heart Transplant

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
May 06, 2025
Description Under the direction of the Nurse Manager and the Supervisor, provides administrative support to the Heart/Lung Transplant Program.Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Preparation and processing of patient referrals Screening of program-related calls Scheduling and coordination of outpatient procedures for transplant evaluation Preparation and maintenance of patient charges Obtaining authorization for patient evaluations and admissions, Assisting in outpatient clinic,typing, faxing and maintaining weekly records for Transplant Program Salary Range: $29.42-$42.14/hourly Qualifications Required: Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely and accurate manner Ability to work independently Ability to communicate with patients, referring physicians, transplant team members, insurance companies case managers, governmental agencies, hospital staff, and other groups in a professional, diplomatic manner over the telephone and in person Ability to abstract medical information accurately from patient file Working knowledge of resources within outpatient and an acute care medical center with commensurate ability to refer individuals to appropriate departments Knowledge of medical terminology Demonstrated skill in operating a PC and laser printer to quickly and accurately prepare, type and distribute forms, correspondence, and schedules Demonstrated skill in routine data entry Demonstrated skill in operating copy machine, and other standard office equipment Ability to work with and maintain confidential patient information Previous experience in a health care setting working with health care professionals and patients Preferred: Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access Knowledge of UCLA Medical Center policy and procedures