Administrative Assistant II - Surgical Services

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Job Title

Administrative Assistant II - Surgical Services

Location

Akron

Facility

Akron General Medical Center

Department

Surgical Services Admin-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code

B18004

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:30am-4:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

  

Administrative Assistants are an essential part of Cleveland Clinic’s smooth operation, allowing caregivers to focus on patient care and improving coordination between the nursing team, administrative teams and providers. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with physicians and nurses in our Surgical Services Department while expanding your knowledge and contributing to the delivery of exceptional patient care, work with management to develop an Individual Development Plan (ICP) and receive coaching to assist you in reaching your goals. 

A caregiver in this position works days from 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Manage and prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively such as acting as a liaison between internal and external customers by greeting customers, answering, and triage phone calls. 

• Administer calendar and schedule management. 

• Compose and prepare a variety of correspondence (e.g., reports, forms, presentation materials, messages, etc.) as required. 

• Provide coverage of other areas such as front end, point of service and registration. 

• Coordinate management functions and assist in special projects. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High school diploma or GED. 

• Three years of office experience. 

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point). 

• Completion of on-line Skills Assessment for demonstrated proficiency level. 

• Demonstrate exceptional clerical, communication, and organizational skills. 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Associate’s degree. 

• Typing proficiency of 35 wpm with accuracy

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 20 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective. 

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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