Administrative Assistant

Make a Difference! Join an organization dedicated to defining and advancing high-quality and accessible cancer care globally so all people can live better lives.

This position provides support to staff responsible for the development of clinical information for professionals and includes extensive scheduling of meetings to support the Guidelines development process. This position also provides back-up coverage for the NCCN Receptionist. This position requires minimal (<5%) travel.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the scheduling of in-person meetings and web conferences to support the Guidelines development process and NCCN programs
• Monitor financial disclosure information for panel members and provide follow-up as needed
• Update database information for panel members
• Record meeting dates, attendance, and other information in database for reports
• Triage and respond to Guideline panel member email inquiries 
• Receive and screen incoming telephone calls to NCCN; assist or transfer calls to appropriate parties
• Receive and assist with visitors and deliveries to NCCN
• Provide back-up assistance to other Guidelines Administrative Staff
• Perform general clerical duties – prepare documents, copy, mail, fax, and maintain files
• Perform other related duties as assigned

EDUCATION/RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• BA in English or Communications or equivalent experience
• 5+ years related experience
• Experience in health-related field (especially oncology) preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Strong proofreading and organizational skills and absolute attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external staff, managers, physicians, and the general public
• Maintain confidentiality of information, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively despite interruptions
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position operates in a professional office environment and is largely sedentary. 
• This role routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines

When applying for this role, please include a cover letter along with your resume to describe your interest in this opportunity and how you demonstrate the skills as outlined in the above job description.

This position represents a unique opportunity to build a career with a premier organization. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

This position is located in Plymouth Meeting, PA with the ability to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

 EOE. No calls please.