Administrative Secretary
Job Purpose : The duties and responsibilities include performing the day-to-day administrative, secretarial, and receptionist functions of the facility in accordance with current established procedures, and as directed by the Office Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities :
- Answers incoming telephone calls and directs to appropriate person or department.
- Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent personnel information in accordance with the Privacy Act, as well as established personnel policies governing the release of information.
- Types documents, reports, letters, etc. at least 50 words per minute with high accuracy.
- Remains at repetitious tasks for long periods of time while completing paperwork, etc.
- Recognizes, responds to, and / or reports resident emergency situations immediately.
- Maintains strict confidentiality on all facility data.
- Communicates with and supports residents, families, visitors, etc.
- Maintains privacy of records, conditions, and other information relating to residents, employees, and facility.
- Performs assigned tasks in accordance with policies and procedures, and as instructed by the Administrator.
- Notifies supervisor of pending absence or tardiness within the time frame described in personnel handbook.
- Operates copier, office machines, computer, etc., as directed.
- Prepares and mails statements in accordance with established billing procedures.
- Assists in preparing time cards and distributing payroll checks.
- Maintains current file and listing of residents, emergency phone numbers of on-call personnel, key personnel, etc.
- Greets visitors, guests, residents, salespeople, and others, and monitors or reports suspicious persons or situations to the Administrator.
- Receives, sorts, and distributes mail as directed.
- Refers difficult and conflicting interactions or situations to Administrator or appropriate department head.
- Conducts annual salary and wage surveys and reports findings to the Administrator.
- Assists in reporting complaints and grievances from residents, families, visitors, and partners.
- Assists with completing forms, reports, etc., that are not considered as essential functions.
- Assists with supply inventory.
Minimum Education Required : High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Experience Required : At least six (6) months experience in payroll, insurance, and / or clerical position.
Additional Qualifications : (Preferred qualifications) Prefer two (2) years of experience in payroll, insurance, and / or clerical position. Courses in payroll, bookkeeping, office procedures, and other related subjects.