Senior Administrative Assistant, Division of Thoracic Surgery, SOM-Surgery

Company: University of Mississippi Medical Center
Location: Jackson
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00049000 Job Category: Clerical and Customer Service Organization: SOM-Surgery-Cardiac, Thoracic, Pediatric and Congenital Heart Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: Senior Administrative Assistant, Division of Thoracic Surgery, SOM-Surgery Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant-Senior will provide high-level administrative support to the Chair or Senior Leader of the assigned department. This role involves overseeing complex administrative tasks, managing departmental operations, and serving as a key liaison between the department and other internal and external stakeholders. Education & Experience Education and Experience Required: Degree (Associate or Bachelor) and three (3) years of customer service or administrative support experience. Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: N/A Preferred Qualifications: Experience in administrative support services in an academic or healthcare environment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Exceptional organizational and time-management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Familiarity with basic medical terminology and academic processes. Leadership and supervisory skills. Responsibilities: Leadership Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to a Chair or Senior Leader, including managing complex calendars, scheduling high-level meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements. Act as a liaison between the Chair/Senior Leader and internal/external stakeholders. Office Management: Oversee the daily operations of the department, ensuring a well-organized and efficient office environment. Supervise and mentor junior administrative staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance as needed. Strategic Communication: Handle high-level communications, including drafting and reviewing correspondence, reports, and presentations. Serve as the primary point of contact for the Chair or Senior Leader, managing sensitive information with discretion. Project Leadership: Lead and coordinate special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with departmental and organizational goals. Develop project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress. Event Coordination: Plan and execute departmental events, conferences, and seminars, including logistics, budgeting, and communication with participants. Ensure events align with strategic objectives and enhance the department’s reputation. Financial Management: Manage tasks associated with budget preparation, financial reporting, and expense management. Approve invoices and purchase orders, and provide financial analysis to support decision-making. Data Management and Analysis: Maintain and analyze departmental data, generating detailed reports and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. Implement data management best practices. Policy Implementation and Development: Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures. Assist in developing and implementing departmental policies, and provide training to staff on policy changes. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the department. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, occasional reaching, constant sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking. Time Type: Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Day Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: No Job Posting Date: 03/12/2026 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):

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