Administrative Assistant

<p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;">Who we are</span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Vayu Health is a</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> non-profit healthcare community-based organization in</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> California launching a completely different care model for low-income people living with uncontrolled chronic conditions (starting with people with diabetes) who also have high social and behavioral needs, and we are looking for like-minded people passionate about equity, person-centered care, and reducing barriers to accessing high-caliber care. </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">We believe that a major shift is needed in the way we care.  </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration: underline;">We are and believe in</span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Acting with passion and creativity</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Leading with integrity</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Committing to being better</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Achieving strength through teams </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Inclusivity, where all individuals should be treated with grace and dignity</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; padding-bottom: 8pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">The Opportunity</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Vayu Health is expanding and transforming the outpatient primary care experience. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative support across the organization. This position reports directly to the Director of Program Management and requires an individual who is proactive, detail-oriented, dependable, highly organized, and skilled in communication and time management. In this role, you will support a dynamic team committed to improving healthcare delivery through a whole-person framework.</span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">The Administrative Assistant serves as a critical operational anchor for Vayu Health’s multidisciplinary team. This role is responsible for the seamless execution of day-to-day business and programmatic functions, providing comprehensive administrative and virtual office management support across the company.</span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">In this role, you will help ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the organization, working closely with team members to facilitate daily operations and support organizational goals. This is a remote position based in California with travel 2-3 times a year for team events. </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;">Responsibilities:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Calendar & Logistics Coordination:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Manage scheduling for key organizational meetings and lead the logistics for travel, site visits, and community events, including venue and catering arrangements.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Google Drive & Knowledge Management</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">: Maintain a centralized Google Drive ecosystem to ensure efficient knowledge management, record-keeping, and the synthesis of documents for program support.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Compliance & Credentialing Support: </span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Assist in compiling employee credentialing information, conducting monthly exclusion checks, and maintaining Policy and Procedure (P&P) manuals to ensure adherence to HIPAA and California regulations.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Vendor Liaison & Inventory: </span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Oversee the procurement of supplies via Amazon and serve as the primary point of contact for IT vendors to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Contract Tracking & Research:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Provide organizational support through the tracking of contract deadlines and records, and the administration of team surveys to procure data for operational enhancements.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Onboarding & Team Culture:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Facilitate the administrative lifecycle of new hires, including welcome emails and orientation logistics. Coordinate team-building initiatives to support a positive virtual culture.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Website and Professional Content Management:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Regularly update the organizational website and professional bios to accurately reflect the growing team and current information.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Promotional Material Logistics:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Oversee the management of change orders and coordinate the distribution of all promotional materials and program collateral.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Other Administrative Duties:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> Execute additional duties as required.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; padding-left: 48px;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;">Required Qualifications: </span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in business administration or a related field is preferred.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">At least 2-4 years of relevant administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare or non-profit startup environment.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Exceptional multitasking skills with the ability to adapt to evolving human-centered care delivery needs.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, office systems, and record keeping best practices.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster open communication within a multidisciplinary team.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Comfortable working in a distributed, remote team with a high degree of independence and collaboration</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Google Suite and ability to learn new digital tools.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Some of the tools we use: Google Suite (Sheets, Drive, Email, Chat), ClickUp, TriNet, and Lattice. </span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 7pt; padding-left: 72pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;">Preferred Qualifications:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in project coordination or office management is a plus.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Inter, sans-serif;"> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in startup and/or early-stage environments is a plus.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p>

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