What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant position at Athenahealth?
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Executive Assistant
Position Summary
Support senior leaders and teams by coordinating essential administrative and operational activities that keep work moving efficiently. The Executive Assistant manages calendars, schedules meetings, coordinates travel, and handles day‑to‑day tasks that enable leadership focus and productivity. This role also supports cross‑functional coordination and project-related activities to improve team operations. This position follows a hybrid work model. This role reports to a Vice President or Executive Director within the combined R&D/Operations organization and is based in Belfast, ME.
About the Team
The R&D / Ops organization focuses on building and improving products that support healthcare providers and patients. Teams collaborate across product management, engineering, and operations to deliver reliable and scalable solutions. The Executive Assistant partners closely with leadership and team members to support coordination, communication, and daily workflow needs. The team uses tools such as Microsoft Office, collaboration platforms, and internal systems to stay organized and connected.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Manage executive calendars, including scheduling meetings and resolving conflicts
Coordinate meeting logistics, including agendas, materials, and follow‑up actions
Arrange travel plans, including itineraries and related logistics
Process expense reports, invoices, and purchase orders accurately and on time
Prepare and format reports, presentations, and other documents as needed
Track and follow up on incoming requests to ensure timely resolution
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a clear and professional manner
Support cross‑functional coordination and administrative aspects of team initiatives
Maintain organized records and documentation for team activities
Use AI-enabled tools (such as document drafting, meeting summaries, or scheduling support) to improve efficiency, while reviewing outputs for accuracy and making adjustments as needed
Additional Job Responsibilities
Assist with planning team events, meetings, or offsites
Support onboarding activities for new team members
Contribute to process improvements that enhance team efficiency
Maintain familiarity with internal policies and procedures
Provide administrative support for special projects as needed
Expected Education & Experience
Associate’s degree or equivalent practical experience (preferred)
3 years of experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or coordination role
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Experience coordinating schedules and managing calendars
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
Experience learning and using new tools or systems (e.g., project tracking or collaboration tools)
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Strong organizational skills and attention to accuracy
Expected Compensation
The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.
About athenahealth
Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.
Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.
What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.
We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.
In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.
Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers
https://www.athenahealth.com/careers/equal-opportunity
Salary : $58,000 - $98,000