Department Assistant- John R Marsh

Meritus Health

Hagerstown, MD

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Data Entry, Data Processing, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Leadership, Meeting Minutes, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Prepare Correspondence, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Team Player, Time Management, Typing, Word Processing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Hagerstown, MD
POSTED
Today

The Department Assistant provides administrative, secretarial, and general office support to department leadership to ensure efficient daily operations. This role supports departmental projects, maintains records, prepares reports, and serves as a key point of contact for internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and secretarial support to department leadership
  • Assist with cyclical deadlines, special projects, and departmental initiatives
  • Prepare correspondence, reports, and documentation using word processing and data entry systems
  • Maintain electronic and paper files; abstract and compile data from multiple sources
  • Schedule meetings, create agendas, take minutes, and coordinate department events
  • Compile and distribute daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as needed
  • Manage office supplies by anticipating needs and placing orders
  • Serve as backup receptionist; answer inquiries, forward messages, and assist customers
  • Collaborate with other departments, physicians, and outside healthcare agencies
  • Participate as an active and professional member of the department and organization
Minimum Qualifications

Education
  • High School Diploma required (commercial/business coursework preferred)
  • Secretarial school training preferred
Experience
  • Previous general office experience preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Access (or equivalent) required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong typing, filing, and proofreading skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Willingness and ability to learn healthcare and internal computer systems
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
  • Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
    Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
    Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
  • Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
    Support for your continued learning and career growth.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
    Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Shift Differential Pay
    Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.


Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About the Company

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Meritus Health