Healthcare Administrative Assistant - Maternal-Fetal Team

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Maternal Fetal Medicine team. You will provide administrative support to department leaders and physicians, helping daily operations run smoothly in a collaborative healthcare environment.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, priority management, and professional service to patients and staff. Strong Microsoft Office skills and office experience in healthcare are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework preferred.
• 2+ years of clerical/office experience, preferably in healthcare supporting leaders.
• Transcription and typing skills demonstrated.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software on Windows.
• Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive admin support to department leadership and physicians (calendars, scheduling, staff calendars).
• Coordinate meetings/events: reserve space, arrange virtual access, prepare agendas/minutes, follow up on actions.
• Prepare professional documents and maintain accurate filing/records.
• Answer calls, route inquiries, and maintain courteous patient/provider service.
• Enter data, compile financial/statistical info, coordinate travel and expenses, order supplies.
• Assist with special projects and participate in meetings, outreach, and quality improvement.

Skills

Transcription

Typing

Customer service

Verbal communication

Telephone etiquette

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or relevant coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Maternal Fetal Medicine team. You will provide administrative support to department leaders and physicians, helping daily operations run smoothly in a collaborative healthcare environment.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, priority management, and professional service to patients and staff. Strong Microsoft Office skills and office experience in healthcare are essential.