UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Executive Assistant I
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Job Description
- Req#: R0068988
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
- Bachelor's Degree PLUS two (2) years of administrative or related experience OR High School Diploma/GED Plus six (6) years of administrative or related experience.
- Knowledge of Endnote, Workday, and video conferencing is a plus.
- Requires proficiency in Microsoft Email, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience providing executive-level administrative support in an academic, healthcare, or research environment
- Strong proficiency in calendar management, travel coordination, and handling confidential matters
- Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and departmental events.
- Coordinate and process all travel arrangements, reimbursements, and expense reports in compliance with institutional policies.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications, handling correspondence with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, including preparing agendas, materials, and meeting minutes.
- Answer and manage the department's main phone line, providing excellent customer service and directing inquiries appropriately.
- Welcome and assist visitors, ensuring a positive and professional experience.
- Support the resolution of sensitive and confidential administrative matters with discretion, tact, and respect.
- Other duties as assigned.
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04/19/2025
Closing Date:
Professional Staff - Operations
Type of Position:
Regular
Job Type:Day Shift (United States of America)
Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Institution Name:
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .
COM | Biomedical Informatics Admin
Department:
https://medicine.uams.edu/dbmi/
Department's Website:
The Executive Assistant plays a key role in providing high-level administrative support to senior leadership within the Department of Biomedical Informatics. This position is essential in ensuring smooth daily operations and effective communication across the department.
Summary of Job Duties:
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information:Responsibilities:
"Commensurate with education and experience"
Salary Information:
Resume
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYSPlease do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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Constant Physical Activity:
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Frequent Physical Activity:
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Occasional Physical Activity:
Yes
Benefits Eligible:About the company
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public medical school in Little Rock, Arkansas.