Administrative Assistant (Remote)

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Diverse Experiences. A Shared Passion.

At Arkestro, we are a team of dedicated professionals with backgrounds in life sciences, healthcare software technology development, and the provider setting. While we approach our work from different angles, we are united by our commitment to reducing financial and administrative burdens across the patient access journey in order to improve access to care and combat financial toxicity at both the patient level and the provider level.

Administrative Assistant (Remote)

We are seeking a highly driven administrative assistant to join our growing team and support Adparo, our expanding services division. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented strategic thinker, is extraordinarily adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and has a knack for creative problem-solving.

For the right candidate, this role should provide an exciting glimpse into the true heart of a fast-growing start-up. If you can take initiative, can use both your analytical and your creative abilities to make sound decisions, and have the desire to solve challenges, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

  • Provide a broad range of administrative support functions that help the team be more productive and efficient
  • Coordinate meetings, including scheduling and calendar management, attendee management, materials preparation, and follow-up and follow-through
  • Provide options and manage travel plans for leaders and team
  • Manage processes to drive efficiency in planning, reporting, and communication within the team
  • Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external stakeholders
  • Perform special assignments and other work on an as-needed basis
  • Act with a high level of integrity; handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

About You:

  • Passionate about being part of a team that delivers meaningful results
  • A roll-up-your-sleeves, "get in the weeds" individual
  • Self-starter who can operate independently
  • Incredibly detail oriented, thoughtful, and proactive
  • Consistently approachable and helpful
  • Know how to find common ground with leadership and peers alike to build relationships
  • Communicate clearly, succinctly, and effectively, in both speaking and writing
  • Have the ability/desire to thrive in a service-oriented culture
  • Driven to make a difference
  • Love to have fun!

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Skills:
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Biology, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Financial Administration, Follow Through, Healthcare Software, Leadership, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Software Development, Startup, Time Management, Travel Planning


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