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Department Coordinator Lead

$75k to $105k

OaklandFull-timeLeadPosted Oct 20, 2026

Against the Oakland typical range

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Alta Bates Summit Med Center Position Overview: Leads, organizes and coordinates the clerical and administrative support, including staffing and work assignments of ancillary, nursing and/or support services unit secretaries. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen unit/department protection and safety measures.

Serves as the liaison between administrative support and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff. Routinely performs all duties of support/secretarial staff, as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description : EDUCATION: HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 4 years recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of various medical terminology, procedures, views, and equipment. Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.

Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, Prioritize and delegate assignments based on experience, procedures, policies, and best practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines, Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions, Identify and analyze data to solve problems that arise with little or no precedent, Analyze workflow/processes and propose improvements or solutions that improve the efficiency of the team, Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI), Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday

  • Friday Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range

is $35.96 to $50.34 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.

Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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