Medical Office Assistant

Sherbrook Street Obstetrics and Gynecology; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Winnipeg is seeking a dedicated Medical Office Assistant to ensure the smooth operation of the office and provide excellent patient care. The ideal candidate will manage patient flow, maintain accurate records, and assist with billing. This full-time position offers a salary of $22.00-$25.00 per hour and benefits including disability insurance and on-site parking. Join the team to make a positive difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Disability insurance

On-site parking

Vision care

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology for effective communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage patient flow at the front desk.
• Schedule appointments and maintain patient records.
• Handle phone inquiries and assist with billing as needed.

Skills

Electronic medical records systems proficiency

Medical terminology knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience in surgical medical office

Multi-line phone systems familiarity

Tools

ACCURO

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and organized Medical Office Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our medical office, providing excellent patient care and administrative support. This position requires a strong understanding of medical terminology and proficiency in electronic medical records systems. Experience with surgical bookings would be valuable. We are covering a sick leave in the immediate, but would consider the option to make this position permanent, depending on circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner at the front desk.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow to ensure timely service.
• Maintain accurate patient records using electronic medical records systems.
• Handle the phone system, answering calls, and addressing inquiries or directing them to the appropriate staff members.
• Some assistance with billing and insurance verification processes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Support administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and managing office supplies.

Skills

• Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems, particularly ACCURO.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology to effectively communicate with healthcare professionals and patients.
• Previous experience in a surgical medical office setting is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with front desk operations and multi-line phone systems is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in managing patient records and appointments.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with patients and team members.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Join our team as a Medical Office Assistant where you can make a difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in the healthcare field!

Job Types

Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 1 month

Pay

$22.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours

40 per week

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Work Location

In person

Expected start date

2025-09-01