Executive Assistant, Executive Offices - Full Time - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land AcknowledgementOak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who You AreYou encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsPosting Closing: October 10thWhat We NeedAs a member of the Executive Assistant team, we are seeking a self-directed, independent critical thinker who is well-organized to provide complex administrative support within the executive offices. Exercising considerable judgment, you will anticipate the senior leaders professional needs and produce first rate documentation to support them. To succeed in this role you must have a full understanding of hospital policies and procedures, be discreet and professional, able to accept and assume responsibility while making appropriate decisions based in accordance with your role. Areas of responsibilities include:Coordinating meetings by organizing and preparing agendas, recording and distributing minutes and the room is set up and all requirements are metResearching, composing and typing various draft internal and external correspondence, reports, proposals and presentationsArranging internal and external appointments and meetings ensuring the required stakeholders and material are organized and prepared to ensure success of the meeting/appointmentAssisting with various facets of special projectsMaintaining an effective filing system (hard copy and electronic files)Maintaining the image of the Executive Office by adhering to a professional and consistent standardCross coverage for administration support and other duties as assigned What You Bring To The RolePost secondary degree or diploma level education in office/administrative management, with specific file/data management trainingA minimum of 3-5 years of recent relevant executive assistant experience supporting a member of the executive leadership team within a healthcare environment is essentialPrevious experience supporting medical administration and or Chief Human Resource officer is preferredProven record in ensuring confidentiality, integrity, professionalism and diplomacy at all timesProven MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) requiredProven ability to research and develop power point presentations for the senior teamDemonstrated excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentSuperior communication (verbal and written) skills and the ability to effect strong public relations with Board members, staff, physicians, volunteers, community, and government staffProven well-developed customer-service focusDemonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environmentExcellent critical thinking skills with the ability to think independently to proactively anticipate the needs of the senior teamMust demonstrate high initiative and efficiency with accurate attention to detailDemonstrated good attendance and performance record with the ability to maintain this same standardDemonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredWork ScheduleThe successful candidate will primarily work Monday to Friday during the day. However, you must be flexible with your schedule to meet deadlines and support meetings/events which may take place in the evening and on weekends.Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.CompensationBAND NRange$39.90 - $48.54Who We AreOak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB.