Administrative Assistant

Samaritan Health Services

Newport (OR)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 58,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Samaritan Health Services in Newport, Oregon seeks an Administrative Assistant to support Executives and departments with clerical tasks, prioritizing requests and maintaining smooth operations. The role requires independent work and sound judgment within defined authority.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least two years in an Administrative Assistant role, a 50 wpm typing speed, and proficiency with common software applications.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree in Business or Secretarial Sciences preferred.
Two (2) years experience as an Administrative Assistant required. Experience in assigned area preferred.
Demonstrated typing speed of 50 wpm required.
Experience and/or training with computer applications required.
Experience and/or training in structure narratives, memos, letters, agenda and rules of spelling/grammar/punctuation preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs various clerical/administrative related duties for Executive(s) and department.
Organizes and prioritizes multiple requests efficiently. Works independently with limited supervision and makes decisions within designated authority.

Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Communication

Computer Literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Business or Secretarial Sciences preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Performs various clerical/administrative related duties for Executive(s) and department. Organizes and prioritizes multiple requests efficiently. Works independently with limited supervision and makes decisions within designated authority.

(11 - 33% of the time)

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Nursing Administration teams at Samaritan Health Services are committed to providing leadership and operational support for our hospitals.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree in Business or Secretarial Sciences preferred.
Two (2) years experience as an Administrative Assistant required. Experience in assigned area preferred.
Demonstrated typing speed of 50 wpm required.
Experience and/or training with computer applications required.
Experience and/or training in structure narratives, memos, letters, agenda and rules of spelling/grammar/punctuation preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems, involve key parties, gather pertinent data and consider various options in the decision making process. Skilled at applying problem solving skills in a logical, systematic way to resolve issues.
Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to be productive in prioritizing, scheduling and planning work day to meet customer needs. Ability to juggle different work activities and shift attention from one task to another without losing sight of details and timelines.
Conflict Resolution: Ability to influence others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Ability to negotiate disagreements in a positive and constructive manner while considering the contribution of other team members in order to reach a mutually acceptable solution.
Communication: Skilled at sharing information in an appropriate and timely manner showing mutual respect and genuinely soliciting the feedback of others. Ability to effectively tailor communications to various audiences including peers, customers and leadership.
Computer Literacy: Proficient computer skills in department applications, word documents, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, organization charts, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)

(11 - 33% of the time)

Occasionally

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Performs various clerical/administrative related duties for Executive(s) and department. Organizes and prioritizes multiple requests efficiently. Works independently with limited supervision and makes decisions within designated authority.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Nursing Administration teams at Samaritan Health Services are committed to providing leadership and operational support for our hospitals.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree in Business or Secretarial Sciences preferred.
Two (2) years experience as an Administrative Assistant required. Experience in assigned area preferred.
Demonstrated typing speed of 50 wpm required.
Experience and/or training with computer applications required.
Experience and/or training in structure narratives, memos, letters, agenda and rules of spelling/grammar/punctuation preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems, involve key parties, gather pertinent data and consider various options in the decision making process. Skilled at applying problem solving skills in a logical, systematic way to resolve issues.
Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to be productive in prioritizing, scheduling and planning work day to meet customer needs. Ability to juggle different work activities and shift attention from one task to another without losing sight of details and timelines.
Conflict Resolution: Ability to influence others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Ability to negotiate disagreements in a positive and constructive manner while considering the contribution of other team members in order to reach a mutually acceptable solution.
Communication: Skilled at sharing information in an appropriate and timely manner showing mutual respect and genuinely soliciting the feedback of others. Ability to effectively tailor communications to various audiences including peers, customers and leadership.
Computer Literacy: Proficient computer skills in department applications, word documents, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, organization charts, etc.

Frequently

(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

(67 - 100% of the time)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS