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Title:

Executive Assistant Location:

Baton Rouge, LA Salary Range:

Position:

Executive Administrative Support Description:

Lofton Staffing is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to an executive/VP-level leader in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned administrative professional who thrives in a high-stakes setting, understands executive priorities, and can anticipate needs while handling confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate is polished, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing competing priorities with minimal supervision. What You'll Do Provide comprehensive administrative support to an executive/VP-level leader. Manage complex calendars, schedules, meetings, appointments, and changing priorities. Coordinate business travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics. Answer and screen phone calls and respond to inquiries with professionalism and excellent customer service. Prepare, proofread, edit, and format executive correspondence, including letters, memoranda, reports, presentations, and other communications. Handle confidential, sensitive, and time-critical information with discretion. Purchase and order office supplies and process incoming and outgoing mail. Maintain timekeeping records and complete related administrative tasks. Coordinate special projects and initiatives as assigned by executive leadership. Track deadlines, follow up on action items, and help ensure projects and assignments are completed on time. Serve as a professional liaison between the executive, employees, departments, and external stakeholders. Use sound judgment to resolve administrative issues and manage sensitive or competing priorities. May provide direction or coordinate the work of other administrative or clerical staff. Anticipate executive needs and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow. Perform other duties as assigned.

You are someone who:

Anticipates needs rather than waiting to be asked. Stays calm under pressure and handles unexpected challenges professionally. Knows how to prioritize when everything feels urgent. Communicates with confidence and professionalism at all levels of an organization. Protects confidential information and understands the importance of discretion. Pays attention to the details while keeping the bigger picture in mind. Takes ownership and follows assignments through to completion. Builds strong relationships with executives, colleagues, physicians, staff, and external partners.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 4+ years of experience in an executive assistant, administrative assistant, secretary, or similar role. Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite , including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, time-management, and project coordination abilities. Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting an executive, vice president, C-suite leader, or senior-level healthcare leader. Previous experience in a hospital, health system, medical practice, or healthcare environment. Experience managing complex executive calendars, travel, projects, and correspondence. Familiarity with healthcare operations and the importance of privacy and confidentiality.

Job Type:

Temp to

Hire Post Date:

10/06/2026