Department Support Specialist

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Performs a variety of administrative, secretarial and clerical duties, which support management personnel in the overall operation of a department or service area.  Assignments are characterized by a high degree of knowledge and application of department policies, procedures and operation.  Incumbent is expected to interpret and execute the duties and responsibilities of the job with only limited supervision and direction.  Position is characterized by the ability to prioritize and organize multiple assignments. Coordinates staffing and scheduling for all associates in the department and is responsible for the administration of time and attendance.

1. High school diploma, equivalent education (GED) or post-secondary education
2. Two (2) years administrative/clerical experience for a hospital or in a healthcare setting.

PREFERRED:

1. Experience with staff scheduling required.
2. Experience with E-time payroll and Schedule360 preferred.
3. Proficient in the use of Microsoft office software.
4. Ability to work independently.

PREFFERED – Medical Staff Services

1. Five (5) years of administrative experience in a healthcare setting
2. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, exercise independent judgement and maintain confidentiality.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Proficiency in the use and application of personal computers and word processing, database, and spreadsheet software programs.
5. Ability to maintain tact and diplomacy