MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Administrative Assistant position is to perform administrative and secretarial duties requiring independent judgment and decision-making. Impacts departmental efficiency and productivity by supporting faculty and/or administrative staff within the Department of Neuroradiology.

Administrative Support

· Compose office correspondence consisting of letters, reports, and formal presentations relative to medical, education, and research content.

· Maintain and update faculty Curriculum Vitae, Biosketch, and "Other Support" forms.

· Processes accurate and timely travel expense reports to ensure that faculty or administrative members are reimbursed promptly.

· Completes and submits accurate and timely leave requests through QGenda to ensure documents are approved before the date of leave and verifies with the timekeeper that information is correctly entered.

· Maintains electronic calendar for assigned faculty/administrator using appropriate software; schedules, updates, and/or cancels meetings as required; provides up-to-date information.

· Provides telephone coverage, answering calls in a clear, pleasant, and understandable manner. Screens call and direct as appropriate politely and professionally.

· Takes/retrieves packages and mail, including but not limited to UPS, FedEx, Airborne, USPS priority, and institutional courier deliveries. Sorts and distributes mail in timely

fashion.

· Interfaces with the information systems support group to resolve computer hardware and software problems within the department.

· Assists with coordinating meetings and/or lectures, including but not limited to creating flyers, flyer distribution, disclosure form management, catering, attendance capture, invitations, etc.

· Maintains and keeps track of professional licensure and membership renewal dates on an ongoing basis.

Departmental Support

· Main procurement and purchase order reconciliation

Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education: Bachelor's Level Degree

Certification Required: None
Preferred Certification: None

Experience Required: Four years of administrative/secretarial experience. With preferred degree, no experience required.
Preferred Experience: Seven years of administrative experience, including five years in a healthcare environment or related field.

Onsite Presence: Onsite the first 6 months / 3 days onsite after 6 months.

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173015 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 39,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 49,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 59,000 FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No
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