Executive Assistant Job at MCKESSON, Nashville, TN 37244

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Job Description

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.


Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission


People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

As an Executive Assistant at Sarah Cannon you will perform executive duties for senior level Director, Vice President or other Executive positions.

  • You will perform complex administrative duties including responding for executive when he/she is unavailable, composing correspondence, and coordinating resources across corporate functions

  • You will coordinate and maintain executive and senior management schedules and communications

  • You will communicate and escalate unresolved issues to appropriate department head

  • You will provide proactive and creative recommendations to enhance the efficiency and quality of work

  • You will coordinate, maintain and continuously update executive’s calendar

  • You will schedule and maintain executive’s task list

  • You will review executive correspondence for urgent issues and immediately reports to executive

  • You will perform special projects as requested by executive staff or department head

  • You will serve as the liaison between executive and pharmaceutical companies, Sarah Cannon colleagues and all outside contacts

  • You will create and update presentations

  • You may assist with editing and submitting manuscripts, abstracts, articles and other publications

  • You will create and submits expense reports

  • You will attend meetings as assigned and reports on actions

  • You will participate in educational activities and programs where appropriate

  • You will maintain strictest confidentiality

You will need for this position:

  • A High School Diploma, preferably a Bachelor’s Degree

  • At least 3 years of professional Administrative experience

  • Experience in a healthcare organization is preferred

  • Experience supporting high level managers, directors, Vice Presidents or executives

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute


Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to enhance clinical trial access and availability across the country. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. It has conducted more than 600 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today. The combined research network brings together physicians who are actively accruing patients to clinical trials at more than 250 locations in 26 states across the US. Please click here to learn more about our research offerings.

We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits through our parent company, McKesson, please click here.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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