Office Assistant

Job Title

Be inspired. Be valued. Belong. At Emory Healthcare

Job Description

Under close supervision, performs basic office administrative duties such as answers unit/department telephones and greets visitors according to departmental procedure. Screens calls and takes messages or refers caller/visitor to appropriate staff member. May page staff member if necessary. Receives, opens, dates, and distributes incoming mail to appropriate employee. Prepares and mails outgoing correspondence and information. May type labels, envelops, routine forms and correspondence. Sets up, organizes, and maintains various departmental files according to established procedures. Picks up and delivers materials and packages to and from couriers and courier services. Provides back-up coverage for absent employees as necessary. Operates standard office equipment including telephones, copiers, fax machines, and computers. Inventories, orders, and maintains office supplies and forms. Completes purchase requisitions and receives supplies. Gathers, verifies and collates information as requested. Maintains departmental records and logs and generates required reports. May use computer to verify and/or research information. May enter data into a computer database. Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Environmental Factors: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and work tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.