Personal Assistant to the Chief Surgical Officer
Ankle & Foot Centers of Georgia (Peachtree City)
Position Title: Personal Assistant to the Chief Surgical Officer
Department: Executive Administration
Reporting To: Chief Surgical Officer (CSO)
Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Work Environment: Multi-Site Surgical & Clinical Operations (ASC/OBL/Clinic)
Position Overview
The Personal Assistant to the Chief Surgical Officer provides comprehensive executive, administrative, and operational support to ensure the effective functioning of the CSO’s responsibilities across a multi-center surgical, vascular, and clinical network. This position requires exceptional organizational capability, operational awareness, confidentiality, and professionalism. The role supports high-level decision-making by coordinating schedules, managing communications, facilitating operational activities, and overseeing administrative workflows on behalf of the CSO.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Executive Administrative Support
- Manage and optimize the CSO’s calendar, including meetings, surgical schedules, cross-site travel, and administrative commitments.
- Coordinate appointments and prepare daily and weekly briefings with relevant operational updates.
- Prioritize and organize incoming correspondence and communication requiring the CSO’s attention.
- Draft, proofread, and distribute letters, memoranda, announcements, and formal communications.
Operational Coordination & Oversight
- Liaise with surgical centers, clinics, anesthesia teams, and administrative leadership to ensure readiness and alignment with CSO directives.
- Monitor daily operational workflows, schedule changes, staff coverage, and center-specific needs.
- Follow up on operational issues, patient escalations, or risk-related matters as assigned by the CSO.
- Assist in implementing organizational policies, procedural updates, and compliance initiatives.
Vendor, Financial & Contract Support
- Coordinate communication with implant vendors, supply companies, and service providers.
- Track procurement activities, pricing changes, invoice discrepancies, and vendor contract obligations.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve outstanding invoices, confirm reimbursements, and maintain accurate records.
- Maintain spreadsheets and reports related to surgical costs, supply logs, and productivity metrics.
Staff Administrative Support
- Monitor adherence to schedules, attendance expectations, break policies, and overtime protocols.
- Support onboarding activities, credentialing documentation, and orientation scheduling for new hires.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee-related issues with discretion.
- Assist with scheduling and recordkeeping for ACLS/BLS training, compliance deadlines, and required certifications.
Documentation, Reporting & Record Management
- Organize, maintain, and update executive files, operational documents, schedules, and reference materials.
- Prepare executive summaries, performance reports, and presentations as requested.
- Ensure all patient-related information is managed in strict accordance with HIPAA and organizational privacy standards.
Project & Initiative Support
- Provide administrative and logistical support for CSO-led initiatives, including vascular program expansion, ultrasound operations, vendor transitions, and strategic clinical projects.
- Track project timelines, deliverables, and cross-departmental dependencies to ensure timely execution.
- Prepare agendas, documentation, and follow-up materials for meetings related to ongoing initiatives.
Travel & Logistical Coordination
- Plan and coordinate travel between multiple clinical and surgical locations.
- Prepare documentation and materials required for each off-site meeting or procedural day.
- Track receipts, mileage, and reimbursement details as required.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience in executive support, healthcare administration, or multi-site medical operations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication.
- Strong competency in scheduling systems, Microsoft Office Suite, EMR platforms, and organizational software.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting a senior clinical executive (e.g., CSO, CMO, Medical Director, VP of Operations).
- Background in ASC/OBL operations, surgical scheduling, or practice management.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, vendor relations, supply chain processes, and insurance workflows.
Core Competencies
- Executive Judgment & Discretion
- Operational Awareness
- Organizational and Time Management Excellence
- High Emotional Intelligence & Professionalism
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Confidentiality & Compliance Awareness
Working Conditions
- Regular travel between clinical and surgical facilities is required.
- Occasional extended hours may be necessary during high-volume clinical periods or urgent operational needs.
- Must be able to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with competing priorities and time-sensitive demands.