Medical Office Assistant

Interior Health; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training

Job summary

Interior Health’s Sparwood Health Centre is seeking a Casual Medical Office Assistant to support patient experiences and healthcare services. The role includes registering patients, scheduling appointments, answering calls, data entry, and managing office tasks in a fast-paced clinic.

The position operates with rotating days from 08:30 to 16:30, a casual schedule, and potential for growth within the health centre. Training and prerequisites emphasize strong communication, teamwork, and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Grade 12; graduation from Medical Office Assistant course from an accredited Community College; plus two years recent related experience in a health care setting; or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in fast-paced health centre environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively using all communication vehicles.
• Completion of a 5-minute typing certificate of 40 wpm in the last 24 months.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet applications and specialized clinical information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize and understand Medical Terminology.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy in working with others.

Responsibilities

• Registering patients – including scheduling and confirming appointments.
• Answering telephones, general correspondence, record keeping, chart notes, reports, medical billings.
• Data entry and word processing, graphic and database applications.
• Compiling and entering statistical information.
• Writing correspondence including recording, transcribing and typing forms.
• Balancing and checking revenue transactions.
• Managing medical/surgical supplies and equipment and other resource material.
• Escorting patients to examination/treatment rooms and ensuring instruments and supplies are set up.
• Attending sensitive examination procedures and treatments; routine measurements – weight, BMI, eye exams, urinalysis.
• Cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment and instruments; delivery and disposal of supplies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Typing 40 wpm

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant certificate

Valid BC Driver’s License

Tools

Medical terminology

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Clinical information systems

Job description

Position Summary

Looking for a rewarding opportunity in healthcare? Sparwood Health Centre has an exciting opening for a Casual Medical Office Assistant. Join a collaborative team in Sparwood, B.C., where you'll play an important role in creating positive patient experiences and supporting quality healthcare services.

Hours of work are rotating days 08:30 to 16:30

Days off: Rotating

How will we help you grow?

Join our clerical team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

What Will You Work On?

• Registering patients – including scheduling and confirming appointments
• Answering telephones, general correspondence, record keeping, chart notes, reports, medical billings
• Data entry and word processing, graphic and database applications,
• Compiling and entering statistical information,
• Writing correspondence including: recording, transcribing and typing forms
• Balancing and checking revenue transactions
• Managing medical/surgical supplies and equipment and other resource material.
• Escorting patients to examination/treatment rooms and ensuring appropriate instruments, procedure trays or other supplies are set up;
• Attending sensitive examination procedures and treatments; routine measurements - weight, BMI calculations, eye exams, urinalysis.
• Cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment and instruments as well as delivery and disposal of supplies, biological, material and equipment

Qualfications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Grade 12, graduation from a Medical Office Assistant course from an accredited Community College, plus two years recent related experience in a health care setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in fast-paced health centre environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively using all communication vehicles.
• Completion of an administered 5-minute typing certificate of 40 wpm in the last 24 months from an approved institution (non-supervised tests are not accepted).
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet applications and specialized clinical information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize and understand Medical Terminology.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction.
• Ability to use a high degree of tact and diplomacy in working with others.