Provide daily administrative support to clinical and program leaders within the section(s).
Prep, set up, execute, and follow up on meetings, interviews, functions, and projects ensuring oversight is well-coordinated, timely , and effective.
Organize and manage meetings and other section initiatives. Enhance and continually refine the onboarding process for new faculty, staff, and trainees, while also providing hands-on assistance with their onboarding needs.
Oversee the Medical Staff Office credentialing, re-credentialing, licensure, and certification processes for faculty, academic personnel, and Advanced Practice Providers. Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on outstanding items.
Initiates correspondence and other written materials under own signature or for signature of the leader. Triages emails and telephone calls for action. Resolves routine and complex inquiries. May act as liaison to Board of Directors.
Coordinates special projects as directed by the leader. Prepares write ups for recommendations for operational and administrative problems. May manage a portion of the leader's budget, monitoring and reconciling accounts. Prepares financial and/or administrative reports.
Prepare special reports and summaries, assists in managing daily operation of the office, and may assist in developing administrative goals and policies. Maintains the leader's calendar, exercising considerable discretion and judgment as to priorities and effective use of the leader's time.
Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Bachelor's Degree.
Previous experience in an administr
Additional Information
Department
BSD PED - Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition - Administration
About the Department
The Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition section consists of a team of highly skilled experts that are ready to tackle the most complex digestive diseases in children. We offer specialized care for patients with difficult-to-treat conditions, such as celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal failure, complex liver disorders, eosinophilic esophagitis, and acid peptic disease. In addition to managing complex care, our team also treats common gut conditions, such as abdominal pain, vomiting and constipation. Through leading-edge basic, translational and clinical research, our team is exploring new treatment options for children suffering from all types of gastrointestinal diseases. We are also investigating ways to personalize medicine for each patient, providing therapies that are more effective with fewer side effects. Additionally, with our clinical trials, we offer our patients the latest treatments before they are widely available. As leaders in the field of pediatric gastroenterology, we provide comprehensive digestive diseases care and advanced treatment options.
Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative and analytical support, identifies and improves operational processes, and enhances the efficiency of assigned section(s). Performs comprehensive administrative tasks to facilitate the daily operations of one or more sections, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings and events, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, be proficient in office software, and have a knack for problem-solving.
If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for providing top-notch administrative support, we invite you to join our team and play a vital role in our success.
Uchicago · Sylvain & Arma Wyler Children's Hospital