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

Geisinger•Danville, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant supports the department director, managers, and staff in the Advanced Acute Care Units, which include three units. The role provides organizational and communication support and requires maintaining knowledge of relevant concepts, practices, and procedures. The position may direct and lead the work of others. Daily duties include 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. Work is typically performed in an office environment. The employee is accountable for meeting 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 position is based at Geisinger Medical Center and is regular, full-time employment.

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 the department director, 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 and provide other direct administrative support to the assigned office.
Maintain knowledge of relevant concepts, practices, and procedures.
May direct and lead the work of others.
Meet job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits 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, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan.
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 and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet 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.