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Medical Records Assistant

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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Location
Kutztown, PA, PA
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Employment Type
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Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Summary

Join our fast-paced health center team and make a meaningful difference in the student experience! We’re seeking an organized, compassionate, and customer-focused professional to support daily medical office operations, including answering phones and emails, scheduling appointments, greeting students and visitors, preparing forms, managing schedules, and providing administrative support to the health center team.

Compensation Package: $31,830.00 (9-month), plus comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Schedule - Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week, some evening hours, no weekends or holidays
  • Paid Time Off – Generous vacation & sick leave banks, and the University is closed the last week of December for winter break.
  • Medical insurance – Low bi-weekly premium for medical, dental and vision benefits, with coverage starting on the first day of employment for employee and all dependents.
  • Group life insurance – Equal to annual salary (up to $40,000) at no cost to the employee. Additional coverage is available for purchase at low rates.
  • Long Term Disability Insurance – Available for purchase at low rates with either a 90 or 180-day waiting period.
  • Retirement plan
  • Bachelor’s Degree tuition waiver – For employee, spouse, and dependents.


    • Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced office setting or facility.
  • Associate degree or post-secondary certification in human services, business, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and the ability to learn new software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated through your cover letter.
    • Preferred Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience as a patient-facing medical secretary in a hospital, primary care office, or ambulatory care setting.
  • 1–3 years of experience in a mental health practice or healthcare facility.
  • Associate degree in Medical Records, Medical Assisting, or a related field.
  • Experience working with individuals ages 17–24.
    • Supplemental Information

    Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.


    The starting salary for this position is $31,830.00, based on the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a 9-month position that aligns to the Academic Year.


    All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.


    A successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.


    The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.


    Non-Discrimination Statement

    Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at socialequity@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.


    Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report

    The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.


    Organization

    Working at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    Comprising five colleges - Visual and Performing Arts, Business, Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Graduate Studies - Kutztown University offers a diverse range of excellent academic programs to prepare individuals for successful careers.

    Located on 325 acres in Kutztown (population:4,500), the university is 20 miles from both Reading and Allentown, 90 miles from Philadelphia and 100 miles from New York City. LVI International Airport is 25 minutes from campus. The campus is in a beautiful rural Pennsylvania Dutch community, an easy walk from the borough of Kutztown which has ample stores and shops to meet the needs of students.

    Currently, 10,193 students are enrolled at the university from 26 states and 51 nations. About half of the undergraduates live in residence halls; the rest live at home or in nearby apartments. A well-rounded program of athletic, cultural, and social events and activities satisfies nearly every taste.

    We have 330 full-time faculty members and boast a favorable 19:1 student-faculty ratio. Sixty percent of our faculty have doctorates, 39% earned master's degrees and 1% have bachelor's degrees.

    Kutztown University is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (MSACS); professionally by the National Council of Teacher Education and National League of Nursing.

    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a member of the State System of Higher Education. The Board of Governors oversees the State System which includes Pennsylvania's fourteen public universities. The Council of Trustees is the local governing body for Kutztown University. The Officers of Administration for the University are the President and members of the President's Cabinet. 

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