Administrative Assistant at a University (Medical Dept) in Boston

Our University (Medical  Dept.) Client in Boston is looking for an Administrative Assistant for their team. This is a contract role with the potential for a permanent role.  Many opportunities for growth indicated by the client. 

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

• Work with the administrative team to support the work of faculty and physicians in training.
• Provide point-of-contact support for visitors to the department 
• Answer phones and direct calls as directed
• Respond to correspondence and prepare letters and forms as directed.
• Provide backup support to other desks and assist with exam proctoring. 
• Filing records in hardcopy and enter required data into electronic records.
• Providing logistics support for program efforts.
• Serve as point of contact for vendors. 
• Assisting with printing, shipping, supply procurement, fielding calls/ inquiries to correct staff.
• Helping to assist with completing expense reports in Concur.

Required Qualifications:

• B. A. / B. S.
• Must be able to pay great attention to detail.
• Must be able to multi-task and be a quick learner.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Able to communicate well, both verbally and via written correspondence.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new software.