Sr. Administrative Assistant

We’re searching for a Senior Administrative Assistant — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide direct administrative support for multiple leaders, one of which must include primary support to an Executive (Assistant Vice President or above) and/or a Senior Physician Leader who reports directly to an In Chief and has system responsibility. 
 

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 Job Duties & Responsibilities

•    Composes correspondence, memos, and reports, according to guidelines and in a timely manner
•    Type, format, create, and proofread a variety of materials including handwritten, typewritten correspondence, presentations, memos, reports, agendas, and contracts, as instructed, and verifies the conformity of documents to Texas Children’s Hospital standards
•    Assemble documents and presentations as needed, for external meetings
•    Manages the leader’s calendar
•    Telephone various internal and external personnel to arrange meetings
•    Coordinate with other administrative staff to reserve conference rooms as needed
•    Answer the telephone in a courteous manner, identifying department and offering assistance
•    Take telephone messages including name of caller, date, time, return telephone number and legible message when applicable
•    Retrieve messages immediately and take appropriate action upon return-to-work area.
•    Interface with all employees in a professional, courteous manner to assure that requests are met amicably, and a congenial work atmosphere is maintained
•    Maintain excellent relationships with departments throughout the hospital, assuring a good working atmosphere
•    Handle incoming/outgoing mail
•    Arrange travel
•    Participate in reception relief

Skills & Requirements

•    Required H.S. Diploma or equivalent Required 
•    Required 5 Years Secretarial Experience Required
•    Preferred Medical and College Background 

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