About the role#
This position supports the Cancer Programs Section at the Minnesota Department of Health. You will assist with the Sage Programs, which provide essential services for cancer prevention and early detection across the state. This is a part-time role, scheduled for 24 hours per week, with an anticipated duration of up to three years or until your educational program is completed.
What you'll do#
- Perform complex problem-solving and systematic review of patient data to ensure the integrity of Sage Program records.
- Execute high-volume data entry and rigorous quality control for the Cancer Programs Section.
- Provide essential administrative support to the Sage Programs and Cancer Control Sections.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource for providers and the public by providing accurate program information.
- Manage secure records and help streamline workflows.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a post-secondary or graduate program, or enrollment within three months of hire.
- Data entry skills to create, update, and maintain records in computerized systems.
- Experience with word processing programs, spreadsheets, or databases.
- Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form with the public, staff, and healthcare partners.
- Organizational skills to manage files, handle incoming mail, and follow procedures for record retention and information security.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow data privacy protocols, including HIPAA expectations.
- Ability to review information, identify discrepancies, and maintain accuracy in data entry.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to assess issues, determine steps to resolve problems, and know when to escalate concerns.
- Preferred experience includes data entry in clinical, administrative, or customer-service environments, familiarity with medical terminology or billing processes, and experience with database systems.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Paul, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with eligibility for up to 50% telework for those living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the work location.
- Schedule: 24 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Travel: Up to 25% of the time.
- Compensation: $19.33 to $22.62 per hour.
- Note: Successful completion of a background check and employment reference check is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
About State of Minnesota
The State of Minnesota operates as a government entity with offices in 86 of the 87 counties in the state. It employs over 50,000 people across more than 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities. The organization manages public services ranging from transportation and natural resources to healthcare and law enforcement. Its headquarters are located in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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