Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medical Office Assistant

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta seeks a Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medical Office Assistant at MacEwan University Health Centre. This full-time role involves managing referrals, supporting physicians, and requires qualifications in medical office administration, with a commitment to inclusivity and diversity in the hiring process.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Medical Office Assistant or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with EMR systems and excellent communication skills preferred.
• 5 years of medical office experience with specialty service is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage musculoskeletal referrals and communicate with patients.
• Support MSK physicians with routine duties and EMR updates.

Skills

Communication

Patient Interaction

Education

Medical Office Assistant or Medical Administration course

Tools

EMR systems

Word

Excel

Google Suite

Zoom

Job description

Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medical Office Assistant

Join us as a Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medical Office Assistant at University of Alberta .

This position is part of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Family Medicine Dept, offering a salary range of $47,160.47 to $63,163.54, with a 37.5-hour work week. It is a full-time, trust-funded role located in-person at MacEwan University Health Centre.

Position Overview

The MSK Medical Office Assistant reports to the Clinic Director for daily operations and to the Director of Health Services, Informatics, and Quality Supervisor for functional matters. Responsibilities include managing musculoskeletal referrals, supporting physicians with routine duties, communicating with patients, and updating medical records.

Key Duties

• Referral management : triaging, scheduling, and communicating appointment details.
• Supporting MSK physicians : patient communication, rooming, procedures, and EMR updates.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical Office Assistant or Medical Administration course, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with EMR systems.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Suite, Zoom.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Courses in medical terminology and coding.
• Minimum 5 years of medical office experience, with specialty service preferred.

Application Process

Submit a single PDF containing your cover letter and resume. We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility in our hiring process.

Additional Information

This competition is open to all, with priority given to internal candidates and former employees. The role offers comprehensive benefits and is located at MacEwan University Health Centre. Application deadline is June 5, 2025.

About the University

The University of Alberta is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive community, respecting Indigenous lands, and making impactful contributions through research and education.

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