Department Support Assistant

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Department Support Assistant - Medical Staff Administration

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Department Support Assistant to join our Medical Staff Administration team.  This role provides essential administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the department.  The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to providing exceptional support to physicians and staff.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Medical Staff Office, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.
• Manage and maintain accurate records, including physician credentials, licenses, and certifications.  This may involve data entry, file management (both physical and electronic), and record retrieval.
• Assist with the credentialing and privileging process for physicians, including collecting and verifying required documentation.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and presentations as needed.
• Answer and direct phone calls, responding to inquiries from physicians, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies and equipment.
• Assist with the coordination of medical staff meetings and events.
• Support the department in various projects as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum one (1) year of general office clerical experience required.
• High School diploma required. 
• Fluent English language skills (verbal and written) required
• Prior medical office hospital/acute care environment preferred.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with popular word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office or similar software required.
• Current LA County Fire Card required.