ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will provide medical office assistance to the Ophthalmic Oncology Center at the Jules Stein Eye Institute/Department of Ophthalmology. Major duties include front office: scheduling appointments, laser surgeries and tests via computer and telephone; back office: establishing and maintaining database for all patient charts (in the backroom files and off campus); assisting with photocopying; calling patients to remind them of appointments; filing reports, letters and billing documents into charts; running errands, answering phones, taking detailed messages.QualificationsRequired:Skill in assisting office staff with general medical office duties and specific ophthalmology office duties Skill in operating computer terminal for processing and accessing patient data Skill in establishing, coordinating and maintaining patient files. Skill in speaking clearly, distinctly, and courteously using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and convey information to both physicians and patients and other individuals at various organizational levels. Skill in writing grammatically correct routine medical and business correspondence. Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect relative importance of job responsibilities. Ability to work independently and follow through with assignments with minimal direction from supervisor. Ability to coordinate activities to guarantee timely completion of teamwork (usually under high pressure). Ability to perform effectively and diligently under fluctuating workload and high pressure situations and deadlinesAbility to maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff members, physicians and administrators. Ability to maintain a friendly, caring demeanor with patients, most of whom are very fearful and stressed. Ability to maintain confidentialityPreferred:Ability to operate word processing function/memory of computer/type-writer for forms and consents. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.