Administrative Assistant

Harris Health System

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Access Control, Administrative Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Billing, Business Administration, Business Writing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Community Health, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Diabetes, Documentation, Documentation Standards, English Language, Executive Assistant Skills , File Maintenance, Financial Support, Health Plan, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Managed Care, Medicaid, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Operational Communications, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Purchasing/Procurement, Records Management, Risk, ServiceNow, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Spanish Language, Support Documentation, Team Player, Time Management, Travel Planning, Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC)
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Community Health Choice, Inc. (Community) is a non-profit managed care organization (MCO), licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance. Through its network of more than 10,000 providers and 94 hospitals, Community serves over 400,000 Members with the following programs:

' Medicaid State of Texas Access Reform (STAR) program for low-income children and pregnant women

' Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for the children of low-income parents, which includes CHIP Perinatal benefits for unborn children of pregnant women who do not qualify for Medicaid STAR

' Health Insurance Marketplace Plans that offer individual health coverage that includes preventive care, emergency services, prescription drugs, and hospitalization available to all, regardless of pre-existing conditions.

' Community Health Choice (HMO D-SNP), a Medicare Advantage Dual Special Needs plan for people with both Medicare and Medicaid that combines Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, and Medicaid benefits with additional health benefits like dental, vision, transportation, and more.

Improving Members' experiences is at the heart of every Community position. We strive every day to make sure that our Members have access to the high-quality health care they need and deserve.

Community is accredited by URAC for its health plan operations. We offer care management programs for asthma, diabetes, and high-risk pregnancy. An affiliate of the Harris Health System (Harris Health), Community is financially self-sufficient and receives no financial support from Harris Health or from Harris County taxpayers.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to the Department. This role supports the organizations mission of improving the health and well-being of underserved Texans by ensuring smooth daily operations, accurate documentation, and timely coordination of tasks. The Administrative Assistant assists with scheduling, meeting preparation, data entry, and departmental communications. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to support multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

Administrative & Clerical Support

Provides general administrative support including scheduling, filing, copying, scanning, and correspondence.

Prepares meeting agendas, basic reports, and routine communications.

Maintains organized departmental files and documentation.

Departmental Coordination

Assists with tracking deadlines, follow-up items, and departmental tasks.

Supports communication between Administrative Operations and internal teams.

Helps coordinate routine workflows and operational processes.

Meeting & Event Support

Schedules meetings, reserves rooms, and prepares materials.

Assist with coordination for trainings, staff meetings, and small events.

Data Entry & Documentation

Enters data accurately into spreadsheets, logs, and tracking systems.

Supports preparation of departmental reports and audit documentation.

Administrative Processes

Assists with invoice processing, supply ordering, and basic procurement tasks.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and documentation standards.

Executive Administration Float Support

Provides basic, limited support to the Executive Administration team during brief, unplanned absences of the Executive Assistant.

Tasks may include simple scheduling, prepare standard meeting materials, and assist with routine communications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: High school diploma or GED required.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred.

Training in customer service, business writing, or office systems

Work Experience (Years and Area): Minimum 3-5 years of administrative or clerical support experience

Experience in administrative support, including document preparation, scheduling, and records management.

Experience supporting departmental operations or leadership

Experience in healthcare, managed care, or regulated environments

Experience supporting small workgroups or coordinating tasks.

Software Proficiencies: Microsoft 365: Outlook (calendar scheduling, meeting coordination, room booking via outlook) Word, Excel (basic functions), Teams.

SharePoint/OneDrive (file storage, document access, version control, and basic collaboration)

Adobe Acrobat:(viewing, and basic editing, combining, conversion)

Familiarity with an enterprise HCM system (data entry, travel/expense support, procurement entry)

Familiarity with enterprise time management systems and ticketing tools like UKG & ServiceNow

Basic familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft CoPilot for drafting and summarization

Other: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with accuracy. Professional communication and customer service orientation.

Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Familiarity with administrative processes including procurement, travel coordination, and documentation standards

Job Family/Job Title Competencies

Accuracy

Attention to Detail

Planning and Organizing

Responding Sensitively

Additional competencies

Time Management

Service Orientation

Professionalism

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Communicates clearly and professionally with team members and internal partners, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates tact, courtesy, and strong customer service orientation in all interactions

Works effectively as part of a team and contributes to a collaborative work environment

Builds and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues and internal stakeholders.

Listens actively and responds appropriately to direction, feedback, and requests.

Manages routine interactions with professionalism and escalate issues as appropriate

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About the Company

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Harris Health System

Harris Health is a nationally recognized health system comprising three teaching hospitals and an extensive network of ambulatory care centers serving the people of Harris County, Texas, since 1966. Staffed by the faculty, fellows and residents from two nationally ranked medical schools, Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), Harris Health is the first healthcare system in Houston to receive the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) designation for its network of patient-centered medical homes. Each year, Harris Health provides more than 1.8 million total outpatient visits through its more than 40 ambulatory care facilities. Additionally, Harris Health sees more than 177,000 emergency visits at its Level 1 and Level 3 trauma centers and 35,000 hospital admissions through its three hospitals: Ben Taub, LBJ and Quentin Mease. Established by voter referendum to enhance the level of charity care available in the community, Harris Health System has often received national recognition for serving those in need and for its achievements in operational excellence, such as being named to the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Most Wired Hospitals lists by the American Hospital Association's Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. Additionally, Harris Health System is pleased that each of its three hospitals: Ben Taub, Lyndon B. Johnson and Quentin Mease - achieved Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1966
WEBSITE
https://www.harrishealth.org/en/pages/home.aspx