Medical Office Assistant (2 Positions)

FHQ Health Services; Fort Qu'Appelle; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Fort Qu'Appelle is seeking a full-time Medical Office Assistant. You will manage clerical functions and confidential health information within a dynamic team. Qualifications include an Office Education Certificate and a medical terminology certificate. The role offers a salary range of $45,340 to $48,490 along with competitive health benefits and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work in a confidential environment.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Dependability.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clerical functions and handling confidential health information.
• Managing patient flow including scheduling appointments.

Skills

Ability to learn new skills and multitask

Excellent written and oral communication

Demonstrated knowledge of First Nations culture

Education

Office Education Certificate or equivalent experience

Medical terminology certificate

Tools

Med Access

Word

Excel

Access

Power Point

Job description

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council Invites applications for the position of

Medical Office Assistant
Full-time (2 Positions)

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council is a dynamic and progressive organization that provides a range of programs and health services to serve the eleven First Nations throughout Southern Saskatchewan within the Treaty Four Territory.

The Medical Office Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will be responsible for clerical functions. The position requires knowledge and use of electronic data systems and electronic medical records. The individual handles confidential health information and adheres to all HIPA policies. This position also provides occasional support to services across the All Nations’ Healing Hospital and FHQ Health Services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Office Education Certificate or equivalent experience.
• Medical terminology certificate.
• Working knowledge of electronic medical records e.g., Med Access
• Dependability and demonstrated ability to work in a confidential environment.
• CPIC.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to learn new skills and multitask.
• Ability to manage patient flow including scheduling appointments and prioritizing patient needs
• Ability to operate and maintain office equipment, and filing systems
• Ability to work independently and/or within a team with minimum supervision.
• Excellent written and oral communication with attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of various software programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, Power Point).
• Flexibility to changing work demands
• Demonstrated knowledge, respect, and understanding of First Nations culture and traditions.

Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (7.5 hrs./day).

Rate of Pay/Benefits:
$45,340 to $48,490
Competitive health benefits and pension plan.

Application Deadline:
Open until suitable candidates found.

All interested individuals should forward a cover letter clearly demonstrating how they meet the requirements of this position, a current resume, CPIC, copy of certification, and three current references to:

Human Resources
FHQTC Health Services
P.O. Box 300
Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. S0G 1S0
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Only those applications selected for an interview will be contacted.