Medical Assistant/Triager

Square One Medical; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Square One Medical is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a team of board-certified physicians in Mississauga. You will provide clinical and administrative support, administer immunizations, perform phlebotomy, and document findings in the EMR, ensuring a high-quality patient experience.

You will collaborate closely with multiple physicians, maintain patient charts, and assist during examinations and procedures, while upholding professional communication with patients, pharmacies, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices.
• Experience in a clinical or family medicine setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of EMR systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in grammar, spelling, and professional documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with board-certified physicians to support daily clinical operations.
• Administer allergy injections, vitamin B12 injections, routine vaccinations, and other physician-directed immunizations.
• Administer infant and childhood immunizations under the supervision of a physician.
• Perform clinical and nursing procedures as delegated by the physician and within your scope of practice.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and medical procedures.
• Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain medical histories, record vital signs, and document findings in the EMR.
• Prepare and update patient electronic charts prior to physician assessments.
• Communicate relevant patient information to physicians before appointments.
• Perform clinical procedures, including phlebotomy and other office-based procedures as required.
• Answer calls, relay messages, and respond professionally to inquiries from patients and providers.
• Identify patients requiring urgent medical attention and prioritize their care.
• Monitor and maintain medical supply and vaccine inventories.
• Coordinate follow-up scheduling and care plans as directed.

Skills

Patient service

Telephone etiquette

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Phlebotomy

Injections

Education

Medical background (RN, IMG, Physician, or other healthcare professional)

Tools

OSCAR EMR

EMR systems

Job description

As a Medical Assistant, you will work closely with our team of board-certified physicians to provide high-quality clinical and administrative support while ensuring an exceptional patient experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with multiple board-certified physicians to support daily clinical operations.
• Administer allergy injections, vitamin B12 injections, routine vaccinations, and other physician-directed immunizations.
• Administer infant and childhood immunizations under the supervision of a physician.
• Perform clinical and nursing procedures as delegated by the physician and within your scope of practice.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and medical procedures.
• Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain medical histories, record vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight), and accurately document findings in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Prepare and update patient electronic charts prior to physician assessments.
• Communicate relevant patient information to physicians before appointments.
• Perform clinical procedures, including phlebotomy (blood draws), wart treatments, and other office-based procedures as required.
• Answer telephone calls, relay messages, and respond professionally to inquiries from patients, physicians, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers.
• Identify patients requiring urgent medical attention and appropriately prioritize their care.
• Monitor and maintain medical supply and vaccine inventories.
• Contact patients regarding laboratory results as directed by the physician, assist with follow-up scheduling, and coordinate appropriate care plans based on physician instructions.

Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices.
• Experience working in a clinical or family medicine setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in grammar, spelling, and professional documentation.

Skills & Competencies:

• Outstanding patient service and professional telephone etiquette.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Ability to maintain efficient patient flow and support clinic operations.
• Competency in phlebotomy and administering injections.
• Experience with OSCAR EMR is considered a strong asset.

Education:

• Medical background (Registered Nurse, International Medical Graduate, Physician, or other relevant healthcare professional).