Executive Assistant

Ascension • Shorewood, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative assistance by preparing accurate reports, forms, presentation materials, and professional correspondence, ensuring all written communications align with executive standards and organizational goals.
• Proactively manage complex executive calendars, travel arrangements, and event schedules, resolving conflicts efficiently to optimize the executive's time and ensure seamless daily operations.
• Prepare, process, and edit essential financial and operational information, creating detailed reports and project documentation that support informed leadership decision-making and accurate metric tracking.
• Serve as the professional primary contact for visitors and inquiries, while attending key meetings to document proceedings, track follow-up action items, and ensure accountability across the leadership team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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