Medical Office Assistant/ Clerk

Island Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Office Assistant/Clerk, where you'll support patient care and administrative tasks. This entry-level position requires strong communication and organizational skills, along with a commitment to patient safety and quality improvement. Ideal candidates will have a background in healthcare and be proficient in medical terminology and office procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years' recent related experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience working with at-risk or street-involved populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties including word processing, scheduling, and provider billing.
• Answer inquiries related to programs and services.
• Assist primary care providers to ensure smooth patient visits.

Skills

Effective teamwork skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize

Understanding of Medical Terminology

Typing speed of at least 50 wpm

Proficiency in computer word processing

Education

Grade 12 education

Graduation from a Medical Office Assistant course

Job description

Job Title: Medical Office Assistant/Clerk

Join us at Island Health to apply for the Medical Office Assistant/Clerk position.

Job Description: In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety are priorities shared by everyone. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this role.

Reporting to the Manager or delegate and working as part of an integrated administrative team, the Medical Office Assistant/Clerk performs duties including word processing, scheduling, provider billing, data entry, composing and signing correspondence, and typing medical and legal reports from notes or recording devices. The role involves answering inquiries related to programs and services from clients, physicians, staff, and the public, as well as assisting primary care providers to ensure smooth patient visits and care flow.

Qualifications:

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

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience working with at-risk or street-involved populations is preferred.
• Effective teamwork skills in a fast-paced health centre environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective communication skills across various channels.
• Typing speed of at least 50 wpm.
• Proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheets, and clinical information systems.
• Understanding of Medical Terminology.
• Operation of related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Use of tact and diplomacy when working with others.

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Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care