Apicha Community Health Center’s mission is to provide affordable healthcare for underserved and vulnerable people living in the New York City boroughs and on the lower east side of Manhattan. The phrase “we care” embodies everything that Apicha does. Whether it’s our approach to otherized people, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals living with HIV/AIDs, or anyone else who walks through our doors, we show all of our patients the same amount of dignity and respect. “We care” is what we live and breathe; it’s an essential part of who we are as a health center. Our rapidly growing medical facilities are seeking to fill multiple positions with hard-working, professionally minded, and socially conscious individuals who believe in our core values and are passionate about helping others. Position Summary: We are seeking an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills who is discrete for our Administrative Assistant – Confidential position at our Manhattan location. The successful candidate will provide support to the Chief Operations Officer. Job Responsibilities: + Credentialing - Reviews and screens initial and reappointment credentialing applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal, state, local and Apicha CHC guidelines, policies, and standards. + Administration – provide administrative support to the Clinical Leadership. Qualifications: + A minimum of two years’ experience preferably supporting an executive and in a health care or related organization + Bachelor’s degree preferred or Associate’s degree with at least 4 years’ experience. + Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, calendar management, and scheduling) + Must be articulate, excellent verbal and written communication skills + Knowledge of medical provider credentialing processes + Superb interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of management, employees, and internal/external stakeholders + Must be able to multi-task and work independently as well as in a team + Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the organization. + Ability to sit in from of the computer for prolonged periods of time + Ability to stay on top of deadlines + Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information. + Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in all communications on behalf of credentialing applicants and/or applications. + Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. + Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season) and testing for tuberculosis is required. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA. At Apicha, we believe that serving the needs of our staff is just as important as serving the needs of underserved people of New York City as such we are proud to offer our team members a competitive employee benefits package which include 11 Paid Holidays, vacation and sick leave, Health Insurance Coverage, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program just to name a few. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, marital status, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. If this sounds like the place for you, please feel free to apply today!