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Administrative Support Assistant

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Northwell Health

Oct 30, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • New York

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

Responsibilities

  • Performs diversified clerical duties related to the operational needs of the office/department.
  • Performs diversified clerical duties which may include, but are not limited to: Typing various correspondence, reports, articles; Greeting and directing visitors; Answering telephones, taking messages, directing intercom pages; Scheduling appointments/meetings; Maintaining department/office files, record keeping, patient record filing; Taking meeting minutes; Collecting payments; Keeping inventory and ordering supplies for the department/office;
  • Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Administrative Support Assistant?

The primary responsibilities include performing diversified clerical duties such as typing correspondence, greeting visitors, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, maintaining files, taking meeting minutes, collecting payments, and managing inventory and supplies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, along with 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Is experience in a specific field necessary for this role?

While specific field experience is not mentioned, relevant clerical experience is required for this position.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range is determined based on various factors such as location, experience, education, and internal equity, and it is a good faith estimate at the time of the job advertisement.

Are there any essential functions of the job?

Yes, all responsibilities noted in the job description are considered essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Will I be responsible for inventory management?

Yes, one of the duties includes keeping inventory and ordering supplies for the department/office.

What type of clerical duties can I expect to perform?

You can expect to perform duties such as typing reports and correspondence, answering phones, greeting visitors, maintaining files, and taking meeting minutes, among others.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

While the job description does not specify, gaining relevant experience in this role may provide opportunities for advancement within the organization in the future.

Is this position suitable for someone with no prior clerical experience?

No, candidates are required to have 1-3 years of relevant experience for this position.

What tools or software should I be familiar with for this job?

While specific software is not mentioned, familiarity with office productivity tools such as word processors, spreadsheets, and scheduling software would be beneficial.

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Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, about 900 outpatient facilities and more than 12,000 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 85,000 employees – 18,900 nurses and 4,900 employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies