Trinity Health·Boise, Idaho
Provides administrative support for the Pathology department, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and handling inquiries. Responsible for maintaining filing systems, ordering supplies, and assisting with special projects.
Employment type: Part time
Description: Administrative specialist, prn
Performs a variety of duties to support administration of the assigned department.
Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
Composes, types and transcribes correspondence, forms, reports, presentation materials and other written communications as required.
Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and handles general inquiries.
Schedules / coordinates meetings, conferences, special events, appointments and travel arrangements.
Maintains assigned calendar(s). Establishes and maintains filing systems.
Orders and stocks supplies.
Assists with special projects and interdepartmental needs when appropriate. Experience with process improvement or lean philosophy preferred.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Requires demonstrated proficiency in multi-tasking, flexibility, time management, organization, attention to detail and professionalism. Must be able to work equally well independently and in a team environment.
Requires intermediate computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications.
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of relevant administrative experience within a laboratory setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are essential.
Market context
In Idaho, administrative specialist roles in pathology are typically driven by ongoing needs to support lab operations, scheduling, records, and communication. These positions are competitive because employers often want both general office skills and direct laboratory experience, along with strong organization and Microsoft Office proficiency. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then tailor your resume to show lab-based administrative work and examples of managing detail-heavy tasks.