Applies administrative assistant experience to perform a variety of secretarial/clerical tasks. Is accountable for ensuring accuracy and completeness of all documents. Tasks may include transcribing correspondence, maintaining calendars; scheduling meetings; answering telephone and providing related follow-through; filing; preparing reports, meeting agenda and minutes, and presentation materials; processing reimbursement for travel and other professional expenses; and maintaining records. Routinely serves as a resource and mentor to others as opportunities arise. Demonstrates initiative, proficiency, and good judgement to optimize the time of those supported. Strong organizational and communication skills and a commitment to quality and excellence in service are important components of the role.
QualificationsPosition requires high school diploma or G. E. D. with a minimum of two years’ experience in an administrative support role or one-year degree/diploma in an administrative, business, or medical-related program with a minimum of one-year experience in an administrative support role, or an associate’s degree in an administrative, business, or medical-related program. Administrative support role experience must include performance of responsibilities such as meeting management and calendar coordination, creating/transcribing correspondence/documents, and utilization of business-related software to produce databases, spreadsheets, presentations, etc. Possess high-level skills in organization, customer service, professionalism, interpersonal relations, written and oral communication, and the ability to prioritize, frequently and quickly shift tasks, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Demonstrate effective and appropriate decision-making, judgment, and confidentiality as well as attention to detail and follow-through. Experience with coordination of travel and expense management.
Proficient application of English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or G.E.D. with minimum two years administrative support experience, OR one-year diploma plus one year experience, OR associate's degree in admin/business/medical-related field
- Experience performing meeting management and calendar coordination
- Experience creating/transcribing correspondence and documents
- Experience using business-related software to produce databases, spreadsheets, and presentations
- High-level skills in organization, customer service, professionalism, interpersonal relations, written and oral communication
- Ability to prioritize, frequently shift tasks, adapt to a rapidly changing environment, and demonstrate appropriate judgment and confidentiality
- Experience coordinating travel and expense management
- Proficient application of English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure
Mayo Clinic Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mayo Clinic and has not been reviewed or approved by Mayo Clinic.
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Retirement Support — A no-cost pension plus an employer-matched 403(b)/401(k) is positioned as a standout differentiator, offering strong long-term financial security. Feedback suggests this retirement combination elevates overall total rewards even when base pay is moderate.
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Healthcare Strength — Expanded medical networks, enhanced fertility coverage, and employer absorption of a plan year’s premium increases point to robust healthcare offerings. Feedback suggests annual updates maintain breadth and competitiveness of coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Adoption assistance, dependent scholarships, child and elder-care resources, and EAP services provide meaningful family-oriented support. Feedback suggests these programs add tangible value beyond salary alone.
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