At UConn Health, This class is accountable for performing a full range of general clerical functions, including basic processing, reception, filing, record keeping and bookkeeping. This position will work in the University Medical Group – Orthopedics Unit located in the Musculoskeletal Institute in Farmington, CT

All Workforce Members are required to have or obtain a COVID 19 vaccination and booster as a term and condition of employment to work in UConn Health facilities, unless an exemption deferral has been approved. All new Workforce Members shall be required to provide proof of their vaccine status prior to the start of their employment. All records of vaccinations and approved exemptions will be maintained by Employee Health Services. Additional information regarding this policy may be found at https://health.uconn.edu/covid-provider/mandatory-vaccination/

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Industry-leading health insurance options and affordability, some offer no annual deductible and minimal co-pays

• State employee Retirement System participation

• Generous vacation and sick-time plans

• Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas

• State of the art facility and campus environments

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Initially works under the close supervision of an employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Enters and retrieves data on personal computers and computer terminals; types a variety of forms, cards, labels, envelopes, routine memos, etc.

• Maintains logs; sets up and maintains records and files according to established procedures (e.g. alpha, numeric or chronological order); searches files for information.

• Compiles information from standard sources and prepares reports.

• Answers phone, transfers calls and takes messages; receives and directs visitors; handles routine requests for information or assistance over the telephone or in person (e.g. counter, reception/information desk).

• Copies and collates materials; prepares routine forms and correspondence making minor revisions and additions; receives, sorts and distributes mail; performs a variety of basic and repetitive processing tasks, e.g. sorts, numbers, codes and files materials, reviews materials for accuracy and completeness (ensures categorical information completed as required), makes changes per instructions or as authorized, verifies information through cross-referencing of existing computer and/or manual files or inquiries by phone or form letter to senders or other work units; assists in or maintains inventory and orders supplies; performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Some knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation

• Basic skills in performing arithmetic computations

• Basic interpersonal skills

• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as coding, sorting, alphabetizing and numeric ordering

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to file and operate office equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to upload to computer and burn radiology imaging CD’s for patients

• Experience maintaining order of patients and assisting with patient flow

SCHEDULE: Full time, 40 hours per week, eight (8) hour shifts to work between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., 30 minute unpaid meal break.

FULL TIME MINIMUM EQUIVALENT SALARY: $38,191

Why UConn Health

UConn Health is a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics, research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in 1961. Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research, first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow.