Administrative Assistant, Sleep Lab, Full-Time, 1st shift

Administrative Assistant, Full-Time (40 hours), 1st Shift, Sleep Disorder Center

Day Kimball Health is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Sleep Disorder Center in Putnam, Connecticut. If you're looking for a rewarding healthcare career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Summary:

Performs and provides clerical and administrative support for the supervisor and the director of the Sleep Disorder Center. Provides support to the Sleep Center, EEG, EMG & physicians as needed. Plans, establishes and maintains office clerical procedures, record keeping, pre-cert patient insurances and filing systems as required. Performs and provides clerical support to Sleep staff.

Details:

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Locations: Putnam, CT

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Day Shift

Weekends: if applicable

Benefits & Perks

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Earned Time Off (ETO), paid holidays, and sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
• Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement – Up to $5,000 (36–40 hours) or $2,500 (20–35 hours) per fiscal year.
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Pay-for-Performance opportunities
• Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay
  
  
  

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs and provides clerical and administrative support for the supervisor and director of Sleep Disorder Center, as well as physicians as needed
• Establishes and maintains Sleep Disorder Center record keeping, filing systems and supplies.
• Types medical transcription for Sleep M.D.
• Manages communication flow of Sleep Disorder Center.
• Pre-certs insurance and schedules patients for Sleep Disorder testing
• Manages communication flow of the department
• Establishes and maintains record keeping, filing system and supplies. Fax and mail computer reports to physicians.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Insurance pre-certification experience preferred.
• Medical terminology and transcription preferred.
• Word Processing experience, preferred.
  
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in mathematics required.
• Mainframe, personal computer, word processing, database competencies preferred.
  
  
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates excellent telephone techniques.
• Demonstrates ability to plan and organize flow of information into and out of department.
• Maintains a strict level of confidentiality in all matters.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Demonstrates competency with computer systems – mainframe, personal computer, word processing, database.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut. What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region’s leading integrated healthcare system - recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees - including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists - proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life.

What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission. At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day. Every voice is valued. Every contribution matters. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job - it’s a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift. Come grow with a team that calls this community home.

Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.

Make a real impact on your career, your team, and your community. Apply today.

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.