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Berkeley, California

Department Coordinator, Outpatient Behavioral Health

Healthcare AdminNo weekendsNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$32.7-$45.77/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus

Position Overview

Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of an ancillary unit. Execute a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit.

Job Description

Education

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

Department-Specific Certification & Licensure

Department, MMC Center of Excellence Cardiac: BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department, MMC Center of Excellence Neuro: BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

1 year recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

General knowledge of various medical terminology, procedures, views, and equipment.

Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Well-developed administrative, time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.

Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Exercise sound judgment.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $32.70 to $45.77 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Provides routine and specialized clerical and administrative support for an outpatient behavioral health unit. Ensures compliance with privacy regulations and coordinates effectively with staff, physicians, and healthcare providers.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of recent relevant experience. Candidates must possess basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Key Skills

Data interpretationCommunication skillsProblem solvingPatient privacy

Healthcare Administration Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $74k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Department Coordinator, Outpatient Behavioral Health at Sutter Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Healthcare Administration healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Work-life snapshot

6.4/ 10
Listing-based score
  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Berkeley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.54M
Typical market rent
$2,818/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.