Administrative Assistant - Hospice & Palliative Care

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Administrative Assistant - Hospice & Palliative Care

At Unity, we are dedicated to honoring life by bringing peace of mind and comfort when it matters most. With over 46 years of compassionate care, we take pride in the supportive and collaborative environment we provide for our team members. By joining Unity, you will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who share our core values of Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability. Together, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.     

Unity is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our Hospice & Palliative Care team. This position provides administrative support to department leadership and clinical teams, helping coordinate daily operations, staff education and training, meetings, events, scheduling, and departmental tracking.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying organized, managing multiple priorities, coordinating details, and supporting a team in meaningful work.

Schedule: Full-time Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Education & Training

• Coordinate staff trainings, webinars, conferences, and educational programs.
• Support nursing fellowship, residency, preceptor education, and clinical student placement activities.
• Maintain training records, CEUs, certifications, and related tracking.

Events & Programs

• Coordinate logistics for nursing and psychosocial skills fairs, retreats, appreciation events, and other department programs.
• Assist with scheduling, room reservations, materials, food, supplies, registrations, and other event needs.

Meetings & Communication

• Manage calendars and scheduling for department leadership using Outlook and Teams.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, meeting notes, and follow-up materials.
• Assist with department newsletters, communications, and other informational materials.

Data & Administrative Support

• Maintain spreadsheets, reports, employee information, and other departmental tracking.
• Assist with purchasing, supplies, travel arrangements, and other administrative needs.
• Provide front desk/greeter coverage and general support as needed.

Why Unity?

Unity is dedicated to supporting your well-being, growth, and success with a range of valuable benefits!

Health: We provide comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care. On-site health risk assessments and flu shots are also available to keep you and your family well.

Life: Unity values work-life balance, offering paid time off, extended illness and injury bank, bereavement leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and fitness membership reimbursement to support your personal needs and interests outside of work.

Security: For your financial peace of mind, Unity offers a 403(b) retirement savings plan, group life insurance, voluntary life insurance, as well as accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.

Compensation: We reward your skills and commitment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities for hourly roles, and mileage reimbursement.

Career : Grow with Unity through internal and external learning opportunities, education assistance, and leadership development programs designed to support your professional journey.

All new employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their date of hire. 

For a full list of benefits:

Choose Unity as the place to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be valued every step of the way. Apply today to join a team that invests in you, both personally and professionally. 

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• 2+ years of administrative, project coordination, or office management experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to learn and work with various technology systems.

Preferred:

• Healthcare, hospice, or nonprofit experience.
• Experience with Epic, Relias/LMS, or scheduling software.