Administrative Specialist

Administrative Specialist - Oncology Return Patient Access

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The Administrative Specialist plays a key role in ensuring seamless access to care for returning oncology patients at the NC Basnight Cancer Hospital. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the coordination of patient appointments across multiple oncology clinics utilizing established scheduling protocols. The role involves complex scheduling, operational support, collaboration with clinical teams, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities :

Coordinate and schedule complex return patient appointments across oncology clinics.

Maintain and manage scheduling requests through work queues for various disease groups.

Float and provide coverage across different oncology administrative teams as needed based on operational needs.

Answer and return patient calls, including managing voicemails in a timely and professional manner.

Support clinic efficiency by participating in daily huddles and monthly staff meetings.

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to scheduling activities.

Assist with departmental projects, data collection, and operational improvement efforts.

Support the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, clinic staff, and management to ensure optimal patient access and experience.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Education Requirements :

• ? High School diploma or GED

Licensure / Certification Requirements :

Professional Experience Requirements :

Knowledge / Skills / and Abilities Requirements :

Job Details

Legal Employer : STATE

Entity : UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit : Oncology Return Patient Access

Work Type : Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Salary Range : $18.66 - $26.51 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Day Job

Location of Job : US : NC : Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.