Coordinator

About the Role

Works independently performing a wide range of complex and confidential administrative and clerical tasks to support a department/clinical unit. Communicates with and provides services to a wide range of internal and external contacts. Anticipates and resolves problems; updates supervisor on project status.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and has direct responsibility for assigned projects or specific tasks related to a function, program, department, or business unit.
• Assists with organizing and implementing administrative systems and procedures under the direction of a department head or project lead.
• Serves as a source of information on established unit/project/program processes.
• Prepares required correspondence and reports; updates mandated databases if required by the clinical unit.
• Prepares and maintains department or unit records (e.g., personnel, administrative, grant, volunteers, etc.).
• Assists with day-to-day communications and administrative processes within the unit.
• May assist in preparing grant proposals and interpreting grant policy parameters.
• May act as a liaison with related programs or projects of other institutes or government agencies, keeping the Manager informed of relevant information.
• May serve as the administrative point person for the department and maintain a web page with comprehensive department/program news and information.
• Contributes to unit goals by accomplishing related duties as required and performs other tasks as requested.

Qualifications

• Education: College degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge and Skills:
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong math skills preferred.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
  • Ability to prioritize work in an environment with multiple interests.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion.
  • Competency using a variety of computer software.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods of standing, reaching, and walking throughout the workday.
  • Stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. They do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH).