BFT Administrative Assistant Sr.

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking an experienced administrative professional to provide high-level support to hospital executives, manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and safeguard confidential information.

The role emphasizes report preparation, project coordination, budget assistance, and acting as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders to keep operations efficient.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience, preferably in healthcare or executive support.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities with high accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules and calendars for hospital executives or department heads.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Coordinate departmental projects, track progress and deadlines.
• Organize meetings with agendas, logistics, and minutes.
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Assist in budget preparation and expense monitoring.

Skills

Administrative experience

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Business or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

EMR familiarity

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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

Summary

Responsible for providing high-level administrative support to hospital executives or department heads, managing complex schedules, handling confidential information, and coordinating departmental operations. This role involves advanced administrative tasks, including report generation, project coordination, and overseeing administrative processes. The position plays a key role in ensuring efficient office operations and supporting leadership in strategic initiatives.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Manage the schedules and calendars of hospital executives or department heads, arranging meetings, appointments, and travel while prioritizing time-sensitive tasks.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread reports, presentations, and correspondence for senior management, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Assist in coordinating departmental projects, tracking progress, and ensuring deadlines are met while providing administrative support to project teams.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas, scheduling, and handling logistics, as well as taking minutes and following up on action items.
• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, including personnel records, financial data, and strategic plans.
• Oversee office operations, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and liaising with vendors to ensure smooth departmental functioning.
• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, processing invoices, and ensuring alignment with departmental financial goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between department leaders and internal/external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement administrative process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity within the department.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Business preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Experience

Administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare or executive support role 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required. Familiarity with healthcare software or EMR systems is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with executives, staff, and external partners.
• High level of accuracy in preparing documents, managing schedules, and handling financial data.
• Strong time management skills to handle competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive information and exercise discretion in handling executive communications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and organizational abilities to manage multiple high-priority tasks, ensure efficient office operations, and address administrative challenges.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasional ly (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 50lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 50lbs
• 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

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Temporary

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.84 - $29.79/Hourly

Grade

4At 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.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.

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.