Administrative Assistant: Student Health & Student Counseling Services

Marymount University•Lexington, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice. Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset. Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Requirements

Must hold a high school diploma/ GED
1-2 years of related experience supporting senior-level management preferably in a health or academic environment.
Microsoft Office to include proficient skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Effective communications and interpersonal skills.
Ability to delegate work and manage projects with limited supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

Provides general administrative support for Student Health and Student Counseling Services.
Serves as the front desk point of contact for all students seeing health and counseling information and appointments.
Monitors email, phone, and other correspondence for Student Health and Student Counseling Services.
Coordinates and/or manages meetings/events and special projects or functions.
Greets and checks in and out students for SHS and SCS in a professional manner, obtains relevant medical information, demographics and insurance.
Answer clinic phone calls and emails and schedules students as appropriate, and maintains confidentiality of data.
Provides day-to-day support such as managing calendars, providing general information regarding the university and procedures, answering clinic inquiries, ordering supplies, and helping organize special events.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.