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Job Title: Office Assistant
Company: Patch Career Institute
Location: North Charleston, SC (North Charleston Campus)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
About Us:
Patch Career Institute prepares students for hands-on careers in healthcare. We're looking for a friendly, organized office assistant to join our full-time team and help keep our North Charleston campus running smoothly.
Job Summary
This is a full-time position providing front desk and administrative support to students, instructors, and staff. You'll be a first point of contact for the campus and help keep daily operations organized and on schedule.
Responsibilities
Greet and assist students, visitors, and callers in person, by phone, and by email
Answer and route phone calls and respond to general inquiries
Maintain accurate student and administrative records in compliance with FERPA
Assist with enrollment paperwork, scheduling, and attendance tracking
Prepare, copy, scan, and file documents
Order and maintain office supplies
Support instructors and administrators with clerical tasks
Help keep the front office clean, organized, and professional
Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Strong communication and customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
Good organization, multitasking, and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records
Ability to pass a background check
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States (Form I-9)
Preferred
1+ year of office, administrative, or front desk experience
Experience in a school, healthcare, or customer service setting
Experience with student information or database systems
Schedule & Pay
Full-time position
$20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person, Patch Career Institute, North Charleston Campus, North Charleston, SC
Patch Career Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. I'm
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- DaVita35
- One Medical35
- Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation31
- UNC Health27
- State of Florida24
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Education12
- Technology & Software8
- Distribution & Wholesale8
- Government & Public Sector8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in administrative assistant jobs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external correspondence
- Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent administrative work experience
- Familiarity with office management software such as Concur, Salesforce, or Google Workspace
Tips for Your Administrative Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each posting
Administrative assistant postings vary widely in what they emphasize. One role weights calendar management, another weights database entry or vendor coordination. Mirror the exact language from each job description in your bullet points so your resume clears applicant tracking systems and reads as a direct match.
List every software tool you use
Hiring managers screen for specific platforms before reading anything else. Name every tool you work in daily, from Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace to scheduling software like Calendly or Concur. Listing the full suite signals you can hit the ground running without extra training.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists administrative assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by department, not just title
An administrative assistant in a legal department needs different skills than one in a marketing team. Filter or search by industry and department so you apply to roles where your specific experience, whether that is contract drafting support, event coordination, or HR onboarding, is directly relevant.
Prepare concrete examples of competing priorities
Interviewers almost always ask how you handle multiple deadlines at once. Before your interview, draft two or three specific situations where you triaged conflicting requests from different managers, including what you did and what the outcome was. Vague answers here cost candidates offers.
Follow up with a brief, specific thank-you note
Send a thank-you email within 24 hours of your interview. Reference one specific topic you discussed, a process you would help streamline or a tool the team uses, to show you were engaged and already thinking about the role rather than sending a generic note.
Administrative Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most administrative assistants?
The companies hiring the most administrative assistants right now include DaVita, One Medical, and Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, law firms, and large financial institutions consistently maintain high demand for administrative support staff.
How many administrative assistant jobs are remote?
About 21% of administrative assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in roles focused on data entry, scheduling, and email management rather than in-person office coordination. Positions that require physical mail handling, visitor reception, or on-site executive support are far more likely to be fully in-person.
How do you become an administrative assistant?
Most administrative assistant roles require a high school diploma or associate degree plus demonstrated proficiency in office software, particularly Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Build experience through internships, temp agency placements, or volunteer coordination roles. Earning a certification such as the Certified Administrative Professional credential can strengthen your application for competitive or senior-level positions.
Can you get hired as an administrative assistant with little experience?
Yes, many entry-level administrative assistant roles accept candidates with limited formal experience if you can show strong organizational skills and software proficiency. Highlight any scheduling, correspondence, or file management you have done in school, volunteer work, or part-time jobs. Temp agency placements are a practical way to build a work history quickly and get your foot in the door at larger organizations.
What does the administrative assistant interview process look like?
Most administrative assistant interviews involve a phone or video screen followed by one or two in-person rounds with an office manager or HR representative. Expect behavioral questions about handling multiple priorities, confidentiality, and communication under pressure. Some employers include a short skills assessment covering typing speed, software navigation, or a writing exercise to verify the proficiencies listed on your resume.
Where can I find and apply to administrative assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to administrative assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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