Healthcare Department Assistant - Busy Admin Support

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston is seeking a Department Assistant to provide administrative support to directors and faculty. The role thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting and requires efficient scheduling, communication, and office operations.

You will manage calls, messages, mail, supply par levels, onboarding tasks, and general department duties while upholding the HEART values and a safe, respectful workplace.

Qualifications

• 2 years administrative/secretarial experience, preferably in healthcare.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Answers calls professionally, takes messages, and transfers to the right party.
• Maintains and restocks office supplies and ensures inventory is adequate.
• Manages departmental mail, email, and fax communications.
• Maintains clean and orderly department, schedules routine facilities maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Customer service

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston is seeking a Department Assistant to provide administrative support to directors and faculty. The role thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting and requires efficient scheduling, communication, and office operations.

You will manage calls, messages, mail, supply par levels, onboarding tasks, and general department duties while upholding the HEART values and a safe, respectful workplace.