Medical Receptionist - ADM01-25

Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre; Couchiching; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading health access centre in Couchiching is seeking a Medical Receptionist to be the primary point of contact for patients and visitors. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments and managing reception duties. Candidates with experience in medical settings and knowledge of Indigenous communities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a medical receptionist or similar role.
• Ability to handle sensitive patient information confidentially.
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check required.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling appointments and checking in clients and visitors.
• General reception duties and other clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Cultural Understanding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Administrative and Office Administration

Reporting to the Communications and Administration Manager, the Medical Receptionist is the primary point of contact for patients, clients, and visitors to the Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre. The Medical Receptionist will be responsible for scheduling appointments, checking in clients and visitors, general reception duties, and other clerical duties as assigned.

The salary ranges from $22.60 - $26.58 per hour.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience working as a medical receptionist or similar role.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and diagnosis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Computers and Software, such as MS Office Suite, and experience working with electronic medical records database systems is an asset.
• Ability to handle sensitive patient information confidentially.
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check, Driver’s Abstract, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination are required.
• Ability to speak Ojibway and prior experience working with Aboriginal people is a definite asset.
• Experience and understanding of local Indigenous communities and culture within the Southern Region of Treaty #3.
• First Nations, Inuit, or Métis candidates are encouraged to apply. Please self-identify.

A complete Job Description is available by contacting the Human Resources Department at 274-3131.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a covering letter referencing the competition number, resume, three work-related references (one must be from a current or most recent supervisor), and written authorization to contact references.