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$25.95 an hour
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401 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605
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Extra Help - Medical Office Assistant - Surgery
This Position is temporary and limited to 900 hours.
Hiring Department: Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1038399
Hours per Week: 37.5
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2026
Salary: The rate of pay for this position is $25.95 per hour..
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Position Summary
The Extra Help Medical Office Assistant will provide administrative support to the Department of Surgery Research Director Institutional Review Board (IRBs). The Extra Help Medical Office Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the coordination of IRB Services and supporting the Director and Senior Staff members. They will also be responsible for receptionist duties for all staff, patients, and visitors. Under administrative direction, the Medical Office Assistant will also be responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of data.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide the Department of Surgery Research Director Institutional Review Board support on various administrative/organizational matters
Answers, screens and routes telephone inquiries to appropriate party.
Assist in special projects and essential programs, including complex scheduling for meetings/events.
Performs data entry, assuring accuracy of data entered in IRB submissions for research approval.
Coordinate administrator’s schedule; invites and notifies participants.
Opens and distributes mail; transmits correspondence and medical records by mail, e-mail, or fax
Operates office equipment such as copiers, voice mail messaging systems, and uses word processing, spreadsheet, and other software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories and medical records. Orders and maintains clerical supplies.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, ****** harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Pay
$25.95 an hour
Job type
Temporary
Location
Estimated commute
Add your address to estimate commute
Job address
401 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605
Full job description
Extra Help - Medical Office Assistant - Surgery
This Position is temporary and limited to 900 hours.
Hiring Department: Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1038399
Hours per Week: 37.5
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2026
Salary: The rate of pay for this position is $25.95 per hour..
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Position Summary
The Extra Help Medical Office Assistant will provide administrative support to the Department of Surgery Research Director Institutional Review Board (IRBs). The Extra Help Medical Office Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the coordination of IRB Services and supporting the Director and Senior Staff members. They will also be responsible for receptionist duties for all staff, patients, and visitors. Under administrative direction, the Medical Office Assistant will also be responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of data.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide the Department of Surgery Research Director Institutional Review Board support on various administrative/organizational matters
Answers, screens and routes telephone inquiries to appropriate party.
Assist in special projects and essential programs, including complex scheduling for meetings/events.
Performs data entry, assuring accuracy of data entered in IRB submissions for research approval.
Coordinate administrator’s schedule; invites and notifies participants.
Opens and distributes mail; transmits correspondence and medical records by mail, e-mail, or fax
Operates office equipment such as copiers, voice mail messaging systems, and uses word processing, spreadsheet, and other software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories and medical records. Orders and maintains clerical supplies.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, ****** harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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