Paralegal-Executive Assistant

Paralegal-Executive Assistant, Full Time Days

Summary

Reports to the Chief Legal Officer, provides administrative, secretarial and office management support for Legal Services. Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities, as well as special project assignments and administrative duties. Receives visitors, patients, physicians, department managers and other hospital personnel; ascertains their needs and directs/assists them accordingly. Requires 1-3 years experience in a legal setting. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint is essential.

Paralegal certification and completion of an approved paralegal certification course is preferred. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the law, the legal system and the health care industry, particularly hospitals and health systems. Handles confidential matters without violating the confidence involved. Is able to work a flexible schedule, i.e., attend meetings before and/or after regular office hours. Is able to research and compile/compose various data for reports.

Composes replies to correspondence and inquiries. Works under pressure of deadlines and frequent interruptions. Handles public contacts in a manner that reflects credibility on the Hospital and Legal Services Department. Has integrity and a sense of responsibility in fulfilling duties. Critical thinking skills to prioritize daily work load/volumes. Clerical expertise is necessary to proofread typewritten materials, to index and file correspondence, records and reports, and to organize daily work.

Must be capable of communicating effectively (verbally and in writing) with people from various educational and professional levels and backgrounds. Expressive ability is required to compose minutes/letters using proper rules of grammar, spelling and punctuation. Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Must possess auditory and visual acuity in order to accurately perform job functions.

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department Legal Services

Job Family Professional

Work Shift Days (United States of America)

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Administrative
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care