At UP Health System - Portage, providing an excellent patient experience is at the heart of everything we do. This includes not only providing the highest quality patient care, but offering exemplary customer service by creating an environment that puts our patients at ease. We accomplish this by embodying a patient-centric culture while supporting positivity and the growth of our employees both professionally and personally.

An exciting opportunity for an Administrative Secretary is now available. We are seeking an energetic, highly organized individual to perform a variety of duties to support staff of our Administrative Suite. The Administrative Secretary is an important member of the team that will be relied upon to welcome, assist and appropriately direct all department visitors, whether in person or over the phone, while coordinating meetings, and performing other general office tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills: • Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory and healthcare supply management. • Ability to use purchasing software and experience with spreadsheet computer applications. • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. • Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Position Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required Associate’s degree preferred 2 year experience in a medical office setting preferred Annual influenza vaccination or declination required

Position Details: 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) Day shift Weekdays only

Job: *Administration/Clerical

Organization: *UP Health System - Portage Physicians Practices

Title: Administrative Secretary - Physician Practices

Location: Michigan-Hancock

Requisition ID: 7459-4228