Medical Office Assistant/ Clerk

Island Health; Roberts Creek; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to assist with clerical duties and support healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have a background in medical office practices, strong communication skills, and experience in a fast-paced environment. This role is vital for ensuring efficient patient care and operational flow.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent related experience in a health care setting.
• Experience with at-risk or street-involved populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and medical office assistant duties.
• Assist primary care providers with patient visits.
• Answer general inquiries related to programs and services.

Skills

Effective communication

Typing (minimum 50 wpm)

Organizing and prioritizing tasks

Working in a fast-paced environment

Using medical terminology

Education

Grade 12 education

Medical Office Assistant course

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet applications

Clinical information systems

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or delegate, and working as part of an integrated administrative team, the Medical Office Assistant/Clerk performs a variety of clerical and medical office assistant duties including, word processing, scheduling, provider billing, data entry, composing and signing correspondence, typing medical and legal reports and documents from notes and/or recording devices. Answers general inquiries related to programs and services from clients, physicians, staff and the public. Assists primary care providers with the smooth operation and flow for patient visits and care.

QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 education and graduation from a Medical Office Assistant course, plus two years' recent related experience in a health care setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

Experience working with at-risk or street-involved populations preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in fast-paced health centre environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and work roles.
• Ability to work as an effective member of an integrated administrative team.
• Ability to communicate effectively using all communication vehicles.
• Ability to type a minimum 50 wpm.
• 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.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3663.pdf