
Senior Administrative Assistant
Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Department of Radiation Oncology:The Senior Administrative Assistant will support all the administrative and academic needs of the Radiation Oncology physician group. The Senior Administrative Assistant will be responsible for handling multiple calendars and schedules, coordinating meetings and conferences, recording minutes at meetings, providing general secretarial support and office management, and working on projects defined by the Administrative Manager, Administrative Director, Clinical Director, and/or Executive Director.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Calendar & Scheduling Management
- Manage complex scheduling needs, including coordinating meetings, conferences, and recurring departmental forums; maintain calendars and ensure alignment across academic, administrative, and clinical activities.
- Maintain schedules and tracking tools (e.g., call schedules, time away, faculty metrics), ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
- Provide general administrative and project support, including responding to ad hoc requests and leveraging tools and systems to enhance efficiency.
Meeting & Conference Coordination
- Organize meetings, conferences, and events (in-person and virtual) including room reservations, technology setup, and ordering catering/refreshments for onsite meetings.
- Prepare agendas, materials, and record meeting minutes
- Coordinate travel and conference logistics (in-person and virtual), including registrations, itineraries, and expense reimbursement
Academic & Faculty Support
- Provide high-level administrative support to faculty, including preparation and management of documents, presentations, correspondence, and CVs.
- Submit letters of recommendation via on-line systems (ERAS, etc.) or via email/mail
Operational & Administrative Support
- Support physician onboarding, reappointment, and competency tracking processes
- Coordinate departmental visitors, including onboarding logistics (badging, access)
- Order and manage office supplies and equipment (e.g., phones, pagers, lab coats)
- Maintain physician administrative office space and submit maintenance requests
Technology & Systems Support
- Assist in triaging basic IT issues and escalate as appropriate
- Support updates to departmental websites and shared resources
General Support
- Collaborate with administrative team to ensure coverage across physician groups
- Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
SKILLS / COMPETENCIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to engage professionally across all levels
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and workflow management
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Hybrid role with both on-site at BWH (Longwood Medical Area) primarily and potentially other MGB Radiation Oncology sites as needed and remote work
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$20.84 - $29.79/Hourly
Grade
4
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.