Administrative Assistant

Samaritan Health Services

Newport, OR

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
- Performs various clerical/administrative related duties for Executive(s) and department. Organizes and prioritizes multiple requests efficiently. Works independently with limited supervision and makes decisions within designated authority.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- The Nursing Administration teams at Samaritan Health Services are committed to providing leadership and operational support for our hospitals.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree in Business or Secretarial Sciences preferred.
- Two (2) years experience as an Administrative Assistant required. Experience in assigned area preferred.
- Demonstrated typing speed of 50 wpm required.
- Experience and/or training with computer applications required.
- Experience and/or training in structure narratives, memos, letters, agenda and rules of spelling/grammar/punctuation preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems, involve key parties, gather pertinent data and consider various options in the decision making process. Skilled at applying problem solving skills in a logical, systematic way to resolve issues.
- Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to be productive in prioritizing, scheduling and planning work day to meet customer needs. Ability to juggle different work activities and shift attention from one task to another without losing sight of details and timelines.
- Conflict Resolution: Ability to influence others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Ability to negotiate disagreements in a positive and constructive manner while considering the contribution of other team members in order to reach a mutually acceptable solution.
- Communication: Skilled at sharing information in an appropriate and timely manner showing mutual respect and genuinely soliciting the feedback of others. Ability to effectively tailor communications to various audiences including peers, customers and leadership.
- Computer Literacy: Proficient computer skills in department applications, word documents, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, organization charts, etc.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Rarely
  (1 - 10% of the time)
  Occasionally
  (11 - 33% of the time)
  Frequently
  (34 - 66% of the time)
  Continually
  (67 - 100% of the time)
  CLIMB - STAIRS
  
  LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
  LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
  LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
  CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
  CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
  BEND FORWARD at waist
  KNEEL (on knees)
  STAND
  
  WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
  ROTATE TRUNK Standing
  REACH - Upward
  PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
  PULL (0-20 pounds force)
  SIT
  
  ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
  REACH - Forward
  MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
  FINGER DEXTERITY
  PINCH Fingers
  GRASP Hand/Fist
  None specified

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