Executive Assistant, Office of the Chief Medical Officer
Mass General BrighamAbout the role
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Are you someone who thrives at the center of the action? This role is a critical partner to senior leadership, providing high-touch, proactive support that keeps executives focused, informed, and operating at their best. You’ll be trusted with complex priorities, sensitive communications, and the day-to-day orchestration of executive operations, making a real impact behind the scenes every single day.What You’ll Do
• Act as a trusted administrative partner to an executive or chief, anticipating needs and managing shifting priorities with confidence and discretion.
• Own complex calendars and logistics, coordinating high-level meetings, travel, conference calls, and events from start to finish including materials, resources, and refreshments.
• Draft, edit, and prepare polished correspondence, executive summaries, presentations, and meeting minutes.
• Serve as a key liaison for leadership, often translating executive or board direction into clear communication for internal teams.
• Manage budgets, expense reconciliation, reimbursements, payroll functions, and office operations with accuracy and efficiency.
• Apply sound judgment, initiative, and analytical thinking while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay current on organizational policies and procedures to ensure seamless and compliant support.
• Collaborate closely with other administrative professionals, supporting team workflows and assisting with onboarding or training when needed.
• Handle confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism, tact, and integrity.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced administrative professional who enjoys being highly trusted, deeply involved, and essential to executive success and who takes pride in keeping complex operations running smoothly with minimal oversight.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Experience
- 3-4 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant to Executive or Chair or Senior Leader required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Requires highly proficient/advanced administrative skills and office applications skills.
- Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
- Ability to manage more complex phone calls, and give more detailed information, solving more complex issues as appropriate.
- Highly proficient in all communication skills (phone, verbal and written).
- Ability to handle sensitive information and situations with poise and professionalism.
- Strong organizational, coordination and judgment skills.
- Ability to prioritize effectively.
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
- Ability to analyze a situation and determine best course of action within established guidelines.
- Basic math knowledge with some knowledge of bookkeeping.
- Advanced understanding and use of medical terminology and comprehension of billing and fiscal information.
- Ability to demonstrate good leadership skills in a team environment, including ability to provide guidance, orient, train and assist other administrative staff.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly
Grade
5
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