Ophthalmology Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of administrative and office support activities to ensure proper functioning of assigned department. Responsible for managing calendars, creating documents, correspondence, spreadsheets, slides for presentations, updating databases; proofreading, distributing documents; scheduling meetings, time-reporting, requisitioning supplies, and other administrative support functions. The position requires resourcefulness, flexibility, acumen, diplomacy and the ability to take initiative, work independently and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Position: Ophthalmology Administrative Assistant       

Department: Ophthalmology Administration

Schedule: Part Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Minimum of an Associates degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Business Management correlated field plus 1 year related experience (will consider equivalent combination of formal education and experience, i.e. HS/GED plus 3 years related experience).

Bachelor's degree preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal/written English communication skills, including excellent grammatical, editing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
• Excellent organizational skills, including strong attention to detail and the ability to manage time effectively.
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with all levels of staff and external contacts.
• Strong problem solving skills Proven ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans