Western University

About Western University

About Western Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. About Us The Department of Medicine possesses a strong track record of academic excellence. We attract the best and brightest students, residents, and fellows, because of our excellent faculty and staff, innovative teaching methods and rich and diverse learning experiences in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Our faculty and trainees are passionate about ensuring the consistent delivery of patient centered care, including safety and quality. We are part of a larger healthcare system that works to deliver the health solutions that people require in London and Southwestern Ontario. The Department of Medicine works closely with academic hospitals, the Southwest Local Health Integrated Network and community physicians and partners to achieve accessible and sustainable healthcare for all. Responsibilities The Administrative Assistant supports the administration of physical and electronic resources for the Faculty or Division or Department. The incumbent may be responsible for administering key requisitions, office assignments, room bookings, office furniture and moving, supply ordering, phone set up and changes, phone directory, internal mailing lists, mail and report distribution and website content maintenance. The Administrative Assistant also provides general information and front line support to visitors to the Faculty or Division or Department, responds to phone and e-mail inquiries and refers inquiries to other resources. Qualifications Education: Community College Diploma in an administrative field Experience: 1 year of experience providing customer service in a business office setting Skills, Abilities & Expertise: Knowledge of general office procedures including records management systems Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity Proven ability and natural inclination to interact with people in professional, respectful and diplomatic manner Self-motivated multi-tasker with strong organizational skills Positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and follow through on work assignments Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred Written and verbal communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience Customer service skills to understand customer needs and expectations, with a desire to deliver helpful and reliable service to the University community *Please note that this position is expected to be filled internally* Western Values Diversity The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at [email removed] or phone 519-661-2194. Please Note: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.

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Company Type: College / University

Company Size: 1001 - 5000

Revenue: 2 - 5 billion (USD)

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