Front Desk & Admin Coordinator (Day Shift)

Berkshire Medical Center; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in New Bedford, MA is hiring for a full-time administrative assistant to support daily operations on the day shift.

Responsibilities include typing, filing, answering phones, routing mail, maintaining records, scheduling, greeting visitors, and serving as secretary to committees. A high school diploma and English proficiency are required. The role emphasizes reliable, cooperative office work and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as to be willing to handle residents, staff and visitors based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must be knowledgeable in secretarial duties, use of equipment, etc., related to secretarial functions.

Responsibilities

• Type, file and distribute correspondence as directed.
• Answer telephone, make appointments, run errands, take and deliver messages, etc., as directed.
• Sort, distribute, and route incoming mail to appropriate residents, departments, and/or personnel.
• Maintains postage meter in facility.
• Orders supplies and schedules repairs and maintenance for all office machines.
• Type letters, reports, statements, minutes of meetings, agendas, etc., as necessary/directed.
• Maintain files and other records as directed.
• Receive and screen office visitors and telephone calls as necessary.
• Perform admitting, reception, telephone and/or switchboard duties as necessary/directed.
• Perform unscheduled administrative task as directed.
• Serve as secretary to various committees of the facility as necessary/directed.
• Other related duties and responsibilities that may become necessary to meet the needs of the facility.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Patience and tact

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center in New Bedford, MA is hiring for a full-time administrative assistant to support daily operations on the day shift.

Responsibilities include typing, filing, answering phones, routing mail, maintaining records, scheduling, greeting visitors, and serving as secretary to committees. A high school diploma and English proficiency are required. The role emphasizes reliable, cooperative office work and professional communication.