Executive Assistant III 

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Location: Onsite in Winston-Salem, NC 

Are you a proactive, tech-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Novant Health is seeking a self-motivated Executive Assistant III to provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership in the Community Health and Wellness Department.

In this pivotal role, you will help drive departmental success by ensuring seamless operations, managing confidential information with integrity, and leveraging technology to improve efficiency. As a trusted partner to VP-level leaders, you will be more than an assistant—you will be a strategic resource, problem-solver, and key contributor to delivering remarkable healthcare.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to department leaders
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and prepare reports and presentations
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest degree of discretion
• Serve as a key point of contact and resource for staff, supporting communication and coordination of departmental priorities
• Support both virtual and in-person meetings using modern collaboration tools
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency
• Work independently and collaboratively to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Education & Experience

• Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED, required
  • 4-year / Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

• Experience:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of administrative support experience, required

Required Skills & Competencies

• Communication:
  Creates an environment that supports and respects diversity to promote creative problem-solving. Effectively communicates the value of departmental initiatives to foster collaboration across the organization and within the community.

• Customer Service:
  Holds self and others accountable for high customer service standards. Ensures timely responses and effective service recovery when needed.

• Inclusion & Belonging:
  Actively fosters a work environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and included.

• Digital Fluency:
  Demonstrates strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint.

• Professionalism & Confidentiality:
  Maintains a high level of integrity when handling sensitive information and building trust with leadership.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong personal integrity
• Exhibits leadership qualities, creativity, resilience, and diplomacy
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across all levels of the organization
• Comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership and external partners

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive self-starter who takes initiative and thrives with minimal supervision
• A technology-savvy professional who embraces digital tools and innovation
• A highly organized individual with strong attention to detail
• A trusted partner who values confidentiality, accountability, and teamwork
• A team player who is ready to make a meaningful impac

Why Choose Novant Health? 

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.