Sr. Administrative Assistant, DentaQuest

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.

Location: We welcome applicants from Oregon.  

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America. 

The opportunity:

This role supports senior leadership by providing confidential administrative support in professional manner. Strong judgment, communication skills, flexibility, initiative, and the ability to operate with limited supervision are critical to overall success in this position. Additionally, this role may be assigned project-based work. Projects should be completed in a timely manner with careful attention placed on professional formatting and grammar.

How you will contribute: 

· Compose and produce correspondence, reports, presentations and forms through translating verbal conversations to written documents independently

· Edit and proofread documents ensuring 100% accuracy in work product

· Develop, organize, lead and execute ad hoc initiatives within operations

· Track expenses and prepare reports

· Track and approve invoices as necessary

· Assist in the maintenance of calendars

· Ensure deadlines are met by tracking various work initiatives

· Track and order supplies ensuring appropriate utilization and availability of resources

· Review and distribute incoming correspondence

· Arrange travel requirements

· Coordinate morale initiatives within Operations, including, but not limited to organized events, strategic morale programs, and appreciation activities

· Assist with hospital credentialing for providers

· Assist with Power BI reporting and data dissemination

· Assist with admin phone queue

· Assist with radiology equipment certification tracking

· Other duties as assigned

What you will bring with you: 

· High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred

· 3-5 years experience in administrative support

· Ability to exercise independent judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to meet the above responsibilities

· Strong organizational skills as evidenced by the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects

· Professional demeanor

· Excellent written and verbal skills

· Sound judgment in maintaining confidentiality of information

· High competency level with various PC applications (MS Office) and SharePoint preferred

· Ability to create complex, professional presentations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

· Frequent use of computer equipment.

· Position requires flexibility in schedules with little notice

· Ability to work in excess of 40 hours in a week

· Occasional travel to various sites and vendors

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you. 

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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life 

• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more 
• Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account  

• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture  
• Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.  
• Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe's “Top Places to Work” two years running 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience.  In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits. 

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more. 

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.  

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Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email recruitingUS@sunlife.com to request an accommodation.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran