Department Assistant

Piedmont Healthcare Inc. • Atlanta, GA

16h

About The Position

The Department Assistant supports an entire department or unit and reports to Director-level leadership. The role focuses on file maintenance, photocopying, mail distribution, and similar routing duties. The assistant greets and assists people in person and over the telephone, directs calls to the appropriate person or area, and guides visitors to department areas. Duties also include scheduling meetings, computer work, data entry, and other department-specific tasks. The position works under close supervision and generally requires little independent judgment.

Required hours are Monday through Thursday, 12:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., and Friday, 11:45 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other software programs used within the department.
• Knowledge of secretarial and office administrative procedures, including the use and operation of standard office equipment, acquired through related experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain files and perform photocopying.
• Distribute mail and handle similar routing duties.
• Greet and assist people in person and over the telephone.
• Direct telephone calls to the appropriate person or area.
• Assist and direct visitors to department areas.
• Schedule meetings.
• Perform computer work and data entry.
• Carry out department-specific duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Wellness programs
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED