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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (61)

Memorial Health · Springfield, IL · $25.72–$39.86 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the most complex executive calendar you have managed. How did you keep it under control?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle heavy scheduling for leaders with competing demands.

Tell me about a time you handled confidential information. How did you protect it?

What they are checking: Whether they show discretion, since executive assistants in health systems see sensitive matters.

Tell me about a time you anticipated what your executive needed before they asked.

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead and act like a partner, which the posting describes.

What would you do

Two executives both need the same hour and both say it is urgent. How do you decide what to do?

What they are checking: Whether they use judgment, ask the right questions and escalate wisely rather than just picking one.

A physician calls upset because they cannot get time with your executive. How do you handle that call?

What they are checking: Whether they can protect the executive's time while keeping important relationships with medical staff healthy.

You notice an error in a document your executive already sent to the board. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they raise mistakes quickly and honestly even when it is uncomfortable.

How do you communicate with service line leaders who are busy and slow to respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can get what they need from busy people without damaging relationships.

About the work

How do you prepare for a leadership meeting you are coordinating, from agenda to follow-up?

What they are checking: Whether they can run the full cycle of meeting support that the posting names directly.

How do you keep track of follow-ups and action items so nothing falls through the cracks?

What they are checking: Whether they have a reliable system rather than relying on memory.

What office tools and systems are you strongest in, and how have you used them to save time?

What they are checking: Whether their skills with office systems actually make work faster for the people they support.

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The full job description

As published by Memorial Health.

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: The Executive Assistant provides communications and operations support to the executive leadership by working in partnership with leadership to effectively carry out daily operations and perform departmental support duties. Performs diversified, administrative secretarial functions. The Executive Assistant serves as a point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, facilitates communication between executives and service line leaders and medical professionals. This role involves managing and coordination for certain leadership meetings. Embodies the Memorial Health values of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission and vision. Job Description: Education: · Associate degree · Bachelor's degree in business or health related field is preferred Licensure/Certification/Registry: · N/A Experience: · Three (3) years of executive assistant experience or five years of administrative assistant experience or similar role Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: · Knowledge of office management systems and procedures. · Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. · Strong verbal and written communication skills. · Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Pay Transparency $25.72 - $39.86 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.

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