Department Assistant - Oncology (Full-Time, Days)

Compensation range:

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families—care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Department Assistant provides secretarial and administrative support to leadership and the department.  The Department Assistant creates a friendly, cooperative impression throughout all interactions with internal and external customers and works independently to prioritize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.  The Department Assistant is responsible for establishing and maintaining an orderly work environment that supports the smooth operation of the department.  The Department Assistant relieves leadership of clerical matters such as mail distribution, reception and filing, and preserves the confidential nature of items which they have knowledge.  The Department Assistant attends assigned meetings and is responsible for meeting minutes and distribution. 

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• Two years clerical experience
• One year experience utilizing word processing, spreadsheet program, presentation program and, electronic calendar

Desired:

• Medical terminology
• Database knowledge
• Data research and report composition
• Internet use
• Experience in a health care environment
• Previous experience supporting EMS operations (specific to Butte County EMS position)

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Must have excellent telephone and interpersonal skills to maintain a high degree of rapport with managers, co-workers, employees, patients and the public.  Must consistently maintain a professional demeanor as a representative of the management team.  Excellent analytical, grammatical, punctuation, spelling, formatting skills are necessary to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.  Must be able to make independent decisions within established guidelines regarding organization and scheduling of work.  Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential.  Must be able to follow instructions, maintain confidentiality, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.  Must be capable of proficiently using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite) programs.  Must be able to take minutes and transcribe minutes accurately.  Must have skills/experience in organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences, conference calls, and multiple schedules.  Ability to compile data into a useable report format.  Knowledge of desktop publishing of reports, documents, and brochures is desired.  Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position. 

Benefits Information

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at http://www.enloe.org/benefits to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email recruiter@enloe.org to receive a full summary of benefits.