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Excellence, Teamwork, Leadership and Innovation. These are the values that define UConn Health, and we are looking for team members that share these same values. Our top-rated organization is looking to add a full-time Clerk Typist to our Volunteer & Guest Services Department. If you have a background in this field, as well as a passion for customer and patient experience, we want to hear from you.
At UConn Health, this class is accountable for performing a full range of general clerical functions including basic processing, reception, filing, record keeping, bookkeeping and typing.
Initially works under the close supervision of an employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.
6. PROCESSING: Receives, sorts and distributes mail; performs a variety of basic processing tasks (e.g., sorts, numbers, codes and files materials), reviews materials for accuracy and completeness (ensures categorical information is 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 sender or other work units; does routine posting to ledgers, account books or other records; receives payments for licenses, bills, applications, fines and fees, etc.; prepares, totals and balances receipts; prepares cash transmittal/deposit slips; types and prepares purchase requisitions, orders or billing invoices according to established procedures; assists in or maintains inventory and orders supplies; performs related duties as required.
Knowledge of office procedures including proper telephone usage and filing; knowledge of spelling, punctuation and grammar; skill in typing a variety of materials; basic interpersonal skill; basic oral and written communication skills; basic skill in performing arithmetical computations; ability to operate office equipment which includes computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment; ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as coding, sorting, alphabetizing and numeric ordering.
Six (6) months as a Typist or its equivalent.
Graduation from high school with coursework in typing.
- One-year work experience in a health care setting.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
- Skillful in interacting with diverse groups and individuals.
Demonstrates good judgment in prioritizing and resolving patient concerns.
Experience with location assistance, assisting patients with transportation calls, and directing our patients and guests.
SCHEDULE: Full time, 6:30 am - 8:00 pm, varied schedule, every other weekend and holidays.
