Medical Office Assistant: Mental Health & Addiction Services

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cranbrook is seeking a Permanent full-time Medical Office Assistant to support the operations of the Opioid Agonist Therapy program while providing administrative support for the Mental Health and Substance Use Centre. Candidates should possess a Medical Office Assistant Certificate and have at least two years of recent experience in a health care setting. The role includes registering patients, answering telephones, record keeping, and managing medical supplies. Opportunities for career advancement and various benefits are available.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Completion of a Medical Office Assistant program from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two years related experience in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Register patients including scheduling and confirming appointments.
• Answer telephones and manage general correspondence.
• Perform data entry and maintain patient records.

Skills

Typing speed of 40+ words per minute

Customer service

Data entry

Medical terminology

Education

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Grade 12 education

Job description

A healthcare provider in Cranbrook is seeking a Permanent full-time Medical Office Assistant to support the operations of the Opioid Agonist Therapy program while providing administrative support for the Mental Health and Substance Use Centre. Candidates should possess a Medical Office Assistant Certificate and have at least two years of recent experience in a health care setting. The role includes registering patients, answering telephones, record keeping, and managing medical supplies. Opportunities for career advancement and various benefits are available.