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The University of Mississippi

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Department Summary

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) at the University of Mississippi offers a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to academic excellence, clinical innovation, and student-centered learning. Our program is nationally accredited and highly regarded for preparing graduates who excel as compassionate, ethical, and skilled professionals in speech-language pathology.

Strengths and Culture
1. Supportive and Collaborative
2. Commitment to Excellence
3. Opportunities to Grow

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information. For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Administration

Sub-Family -  Administrative Operations 

Career Track / Level -  O1

Grade - 2

Role Summary

Provides routine administrative support to a department or group of professionals in support of unit goals.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

1. Working with Communication Sciences and Disorders Staff and Faculty in the administration the clinical and educational program.
2. Maintaining clinical, student, and program records
3. Administering Speech and Hearing Center (SHC) policies and procedures
4. Providing administrative support to the SHC and the department to ensure efficient operations
5. Working with the clinical staff in the daily operations of the SHC

Examples of Work Performed

• Maintain clinical records and work with the electronic medical records system
• Manage the patient scheduling system
• Collect payments and process deposits for clinical services.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Speech and Hearing Center (SHC) policies and procedures
• Monitor patient billing for accuracy
• Ensure patient accounts are managed in accordance with University of Mississippi (UM) and SHC policies
• Follow HIPAA rules and regulations
• Provide administrative support to the SHC Director for daily clinic operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations. 
2. Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures. 
3. Tracks, stocks, orders, and inventories office supplies under direct supervision to ensure adequate materials are available for workplace operation. 
4. Serves as an occasional point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: High Schools Degree or GED

Experience: No experienced required

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of administrative support related experienced preferred.

Application Documents: Cover Letter, Resume', and 3 references.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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