Admin Assistant

Mass General Brigham; Highland (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham invites applications for an entry-level Administrative Assistant to support a department with clerical duties, including handling calls, scheduling, and document preparation. This onsite role is based at 81 Highland Avenue and runs a 20-hour weekly schedule, offering a foundation in essential office tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong verbal and written communication, and solid customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-1 year administrative/secretarial experience preferred.
• Basic MS Office proficiency required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties for an individual, group, or department.
• Prepare reports, meeting minutes and correspondence.
• Create and edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Manage schedules, arrange appointments and itineraries.
• Coordinate meetings, travel, conference calls, and complete expense reports.
• Answer and transfer phone calls.
• Remain knowledgeable of business unit policies.
• May handle sensitive, confidential information.
• Remain adaptable to support multiple professionals or departments.

Skills

Office procedures

Phone system

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Job Profile Summary
Summary

Performs basic to general secretarial or clerical duties related to the department functions. Receive telephone calls and personal callers, handling inquiries independently or directing to another party. Receives incoming mail and email; answers routine correspondence. Maintains daily calendar and make appointments. Types letters, runs reports, maintains or assists in maintaining files and records. Other related items as required. This is an entry-level support role.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Perform administrative duties for an individual, group, or department.
• Prepare reports, meeting minutes and correspondence.
• Create and edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Manage schedules, arrange appointments and itineraries.
• Coordinate meetings, travel, conference calls, and complete expense reports.
• Answer and transfer phone calls.
• Remain knowledgeable of business unit policies.
• May make contacts of a sensitive, complex, and confidential nature.
• May work for one or several department professionals, division heads, officers, or managers.
• Entry-level support role; performs routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Administrative Assistant or Secretarial Experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.
• Basic Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to use phone system.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral skills.
• Ability to use standard office equipment.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $23.55/Hourly

Grade

2At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.