Administrative Assistant (Nursing, Advanced Acute Care Units) - Day Shift

Geisinger•Danville, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant supports managers and department staff in the Advanced Acute Care Units, overseeing three units, through administrative, organizational, and communication tasks. The role maintains knowledge of relevant concepts, practices, and procedures and may direct and lead the work of others. Daily work includes answering and directing phone calls; organizing meetings and schedules; producing and distributing correspondence; preparing reports and presentations; reconciling expense reports; assisting with projects; and providing other direct administrative support to the assigned office. The work is typically performed in an office environment. The employee is accountable for satisfying job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The schedule is five 8-hour day shifts per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The minimum hiring rate is $17.81.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 2 years of related work experience.
Communication skills.
Computer literacy.
Office administration skills.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Support managers and department staff with organization and communication.
Answer and direct phone calls.
Organize meetings and schedules.
Produce and distribute correspondence.
Prepare reports and presentations.
Reconcile expense reports.
Assist with projects.
Provide direct administrative support to the assigned office.
May direct and lead the work of others.
Satisfy job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

Full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and discounted backup care through a free Care.com membership.
Employee Assistance Program with referrals for care, legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
On-the-job training and education.
Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
Support and mentorship from nursing leaders.
Employee Resource Groups and community involvement.
Employee referral incentive program.
Strongline Alert Notification system, camera surveillance, metal detectors at certain locations, and campus security guards/K9 program.