Certified Physician Assistant

True North Health; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support physicians in patient care. This role includes tasks such as patient intake, assisting with examinations, and maintaining medical records. Applicants should have strong communication skills, relevant medical office experience and eligibility for licensure in Manitoba. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Dental care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Vision care

Extended health care

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a medical office.
• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba.
• Prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with administrative and clinical tasks.
• Accurately document patient medical history and exam findings.
• Greet patients and take medical history.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong administrative skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to multitask

Education

Graduate of a Physician Assistant Educational Program

Tools

Accuro electronic medical records system

Job description

Overview

Physician Assistant / Clinical Assistant

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Clinical Assistant to support our physicians in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you will work under the supervision of a licensed physician to provide diagnostic reviews, patient intake for orthotics, learning how to refract patients for eye exams and potentially learn how to treat dry eye patients, assist with examinations and procedures.

Positions

• Position 1: Orthotics focused: doing patient intakes, taking 3d molds of feet and helping with variety of other tasks
• Position 2: Refracting patients and performing Eye Care duties. All training will be provided.
• Position 3: Reviewing diagnostics from advanced diagnostic machinery and helping physicians diagnose diabetic retinopathy, High Cholesterol, Retinol Hypertension, Auto Immune Disease (Sjogren\'s)

Duties

• Practice medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician
• Accurately document patient medical history, physical exam findings, and physician orders into the electronic medical record during patient encounters
• Assist physician with administrative tasks as needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhering to PHIA regulations
• Patient intake: Greet patients, verify information, take medical history
• Assist with exams: Help the doctor during physical examinations
• Explain procedures and providing basic health information to patients
• Disinfect medical equipment and maintaining a clean work area

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a medical office.
• Familiarity with Accuro, electronic medical records system, is highly desirable.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a must
• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba as a Physician Assistant or Clinical Assistant.
• Eligible for a Medical Staff Appointment.
• Prior experience preferred.
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Educational Program acceptable to CPSM.
• Application question(s): Are you registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba as a Clinical Assistant?

Details

• Mon-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Wage $25 / hour starting wage
• Job Type: Full-time / Part-Time
• Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance