Administrative Support 09 - Eating Disorders

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an administrative support professional for its Eating Disorders Clinic. The role involves coordinating operational functions, supporting management, and engaging with clients in a sensitive manner. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a background in mental health settings, with specific software skills required for effective performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in administrative support within a multidisciplinary mental health program.
• Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process.
• Intermediate skills in various software applications and typing.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Manager and Director of the Eating Disorders Clinic.
• Coordinates registration, scheduling, and operational functions within the clinic.
• Interacts directly with clients and the public as the clinic receptionist.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Education

Two year post-secondary diploma in medical office administration

Tools

PHS scheduling software

HBO

Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Access

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position provides administrative support to the Manager and Director of the Eating Disorders Clinic. Registration, scheduling and operational functions within the Clinic are coordinated and the incumbent interacts directly with clients and the public as the clinic receptionist. All related duties and responsibilities adhere to the policies and procedures of the hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Two year post-secondary diploma in medical office administration, or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience
•Minimum of 2 years experience providing administrative support within a multidisciplinary mental health program.
•Medical terminology certificate is required, with a focus on psychiatric terminology
•Intermediate skill level is required for Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access
•Intermediate skill level is required for typing, medical spelling, medical terminology and spelling
•Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process
•Proficiency in data entry and use of specialized computer applications: PHS scheduling software, HBO
•Ability to communicate in a sensitive and non-judgmental manner with a diverse client population
•Maintain excellent interpersonal relationships while handling multiple tasks, frequent interruptions, and stressful situations
•Good organization skills, with ability to set own priorities and work with minimal supervision

WAGE RATE:
Hourly: $28.87....... $30.14 .......$31.37 (plus 14% in lieu)