Administrative Assistant Surgical Services

Responsible/accountable for leading the clerical team following the mission, goals, budget and performance standards for the clinic. Utilizes knowledge of organizing, delegating and supervising. Must work effectively with physicians, staff, patients, public and external agencies. Must have ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgement, decision-making and problem solving expertise.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Required:
  
  No Prior Experience Required
• Preferred: 1-2 years related experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Proficient in using computers and computer
• Successful completion of all department specific credentialing within first 90 days of employment

N/A

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week) For a comprehensive list of benefits, please :
Benefits | Cox Health

Cox Health is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. Cox Health has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At Cox Health, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, Cox Health has the perfect position for you!

Cox Health is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

To be the best for those who need us.

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Cox Health is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you.

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