What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Coordinator (76583) position at IONA UNIVERSITY?
The Communication Sciences & Disorders Department at Iona University welcomes applicants for a Clinic Coordinator. The Clinic Coordinator will report to the Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic Director to support and supervise daily office operations for the Iona University Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic. The successful candidate will have strong operational and organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinical and academic setting. This role requires advanced customer service, data management, problem-solving, and interpersonal and communication skills to enhance our student and client experiences. The successful candidate should have the ability to balance clinic operations with general Clinic department support, shifting between tasks and priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and accuracy. This position will also provide general administrative support to the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and report to the Department Chair for those responsibilities. Bilingual candidates are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversees the administrative operations of the Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, including scheduling, communications, documentation management, and coordination of clinic activities to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Manages, processes, and tracks billing and payments, ensuring accuracy in invoicing and reconciliation of payments
- Supports and manages student and staff portfolios, including maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of clinical assignments, supervision schedules, certifications, compliance documents, and professional development tracking.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for clients, students, and clinical staff, providing high-quality customer service and ensuring clear, professional communication across all stakeholders.
- Coordinates and maintains clinic schedules for student clinicians and supervisors; assists with posting and communicating updates, changes, and coverage needs.
- Responds promptly and professionally to phone calls and emails, routing inquiries appropriately and maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA standards.
- Supports onboarding, training, and troubleshooting for the Clinic’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system; assists users and generates reports as needed.
- Oversees and supervises student workers assigned to the clinic, including scheduling, task assignment, and training to ensure adherence to clinic policies and procedures.
- Coordinates communication and collaboration with other university departments (e.g., Registrar, Finance, Facilities, IT, and HR) to support clinic operations and problem resolution.
- Supports departmental needs including but not limited to:
- Manage and facilitate communications between department, students, and alumni
- Assist with graduate student recruitment and follow-up
- Assist with certification paperwork for graduate students
- Maintain paperwork and provide support for graduate program accreditation, departmental grants, faculty developmental paperwork, and grant budgets
- Assists with routine financial and administrative operations, including purchasing, expense tracking, and basic budget management for the clinic and department.
- Assist with planning and supporting department-wide events
Professional Attributes
- Professionalism and discretion in all communications and interactions.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Initiative in identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Iona University and the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare, higher education, or clinical setting.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and willingness to learn university and clinic systems (e.g., EMR platforms)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA/FERPA compliance standards.
Preferred:
- Experience with EMR systems and/or student information systems.
- Experience in a university clinic or healthcare environment.
- Supervisory experience with student workers or administrative staff.
- Bilingual
About Iona University/EEO language
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 around the world, Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice, peace and service. Iona is highly accredited, offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, science and business administration, as well as Master of Arts, Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes, engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025, Iona has been named one of the nation’s best colleges by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and others. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country, while Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on investment. Iona’s LaPenta School of Business, meanwhile, is also accredited by AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
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