Administrative Assistant - Department of Ophthalmology

Job

Location:

Augusta University, Augusta, GA

Employment Type:

Full Time
Seniority Level: Entry Level

Manage the department’s student rotations, coordinate travel and calendars, and serve as the front‑desk receptionist for the Department of Ophthalmology at Augusta University.

• Coordinate student intern rotations, including scheduling, grade posting, and other related program duties.
• Coordinate travel and prepare travel expense statements for assigned faculty.
• Assist faculty with calendar management, meeting scheduling, and leave request processing.
• Serve as the receptionist for the MCG‑Ophthalmology administrative suite—greeting guests, answering phones, and monitoring fax machines.
• Complete additional duties as assigned, such as making copies, updating office signs, and other administrative tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and support assigned faculty in all administrative functions.

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with a minimum of three years of progressively responsible administrative experience.
• OR high‑school diploma/GED with six years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

• Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office and related computer software/databases.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; detail‑oriented with strong organizational and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Abilities: Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Shift: Days;
Monday – Friday (outside business hours may be required).
Salary: $15.77 – $18.89 per hour.
Pay Band: B2.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check prior to start. Additional screening may be performed as required by duty responsibilities. Employees must maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with university cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is a proud equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. The university maintains a tobacco‑free environment and prohibits the use of tobacco on campus.

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