Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is one of the leading healthcare providers in Virginia, serving patients across Virginia Beach, the Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina. As the region’s only Level III Trauma Center, the hospital delivers emergency care, specialized treatment, and advanced clinical services through a 273-bed facility supported by a large medical and administrative workforce. The organization operates under Sentara Health and follows a strong commitment to patient-centered care, diversity, and professional excellence.
Sentara is now hiring a full-time Administrative Assistant II to support daily operations within one of its departments. This is a day-shift position based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and is ideal for professionals with administrative experience in healthcare or office environments.
Job Location and Work Type
This is an on-site position located at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The role is full-time and operates on a day shift schedule.
Job Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant II provides high-level administrative support to a manager or department. The role involves acting as the main contact point for both internal and external communication, handling phone calls, emails, and correspondence in a professional manner. You will be responsible for managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organizing meetings to ensure smooth daily operations.
The position includes preparing documents, reports, and presentations, as well as organizing meeting logistics such as room setup, catering, and technical arrangements. You will also control access to the department or manager, ensuring confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information. Additional responsibilities include filing, data entry, record keeping, responding to inquiries, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of four to six months of experience working with basic office or operational systems, with one to two years of relevant experience preferred. Experience as an executive assistant, particularly in a medical or healthcare office environment, is an advantage.
Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate professionally are important for this role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, is also preferred.
Employee Benefits
Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, sick leave, and paid parental and caregiver leave. Employees also receive access to long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance, and retirement plans with employer matching.
Additional benefits include tuition assistance, student debt repayment support, certification and professional development reimbursement, emergency backup care, pet insurance, legal support plans, and potential annual performance bonuses.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background.
