Executive Assistant

Overview

SCA Health is focused on putting people first, supporting patients, physicians, and the teammates who help drive the organization’s mission every day. With a workforce of more than 15,000 professionals, the company operates as part of Optum and is working to make specialty care more accessible and centered around patient needs.

The organization supports a large network that includes over 370 ambulatory surgical centers, more than 400 specialty physician practice clinics, as well as a variety of labs and surgical hospitals. Its services are built to help physicians, health systems, and employers deliver efficient, value-based care while maintaining quality and autonomy.

SCA Health’s culture is guided by seven core values: clinical quality, integrity, service excellence, teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and inclusion. These principles shape how the team works and how decisions are made.

Employees are offered a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability coverage, and additional support for health, well-being, and financial security.

Role Summary

The Executive Assistant will provide senior-level administrative support in a fast-moving environment. This position calls for strong organization, sound judgment, flexibility, and the ability to manage shifting priorities while supporting executive leadership with a high degree of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage the executive’s Outlook calendar, including scheduling meetings and sending invitations.
• Deliver high-level administrative support with limited oversight.
• Arrange domestic travel across multiple time zones, including transportation and hotel bookings, and add travel plans to the calendar.
• Work independently and adapt quickly when priorities or schedules change.
• Use judgment to resolve complex issues related to projects, calendars, and meetings.
• Take initiative to move tasks forward and meet deadlines.
• Prepare and process expense reports using the Concur expense system.
• Set up conference calls and meetings, and prepare agendas, summaries, and recaps.
• Remain flexible in a constantly changing work environment.
• Collaborate effectively within a participative team setting.
• Coordinate closely with the Executive Assistant team to ensure information flows smoothly.
• Serve as a point of contact between the executive and other teams or individuals.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders, including senior and executive-level contacts.
• Interact with C-suite leaders in a polished and professional manner.
• Assist with general office duties as needed.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as an executive assistant.
• High school diploma is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Prior experience with Concur expense reporting is preferred, though not mandatory.
• Comfortable using technology and learning new tools quickly.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions.
• Excellent communication and professional interaction skills.
• Ability to handle a changing workload with discretion and independence.

Additional Information

The office environment is business casual. The role requires a customer-service mindset, a sense of urgency, and the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize work as schedules evolve. The selected teammate should be able to operate independently in a fluctuating environment while also contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Compensation

The stated pay range is USD 39.48 per hour to USD 60.10 per hour.