Medical Office Assistant/ Clerk

Island Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization seeking a Medical Office Assistant/Clerk. This role is crucial for maintaining quality patient care and administrative efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess a combination of clerical skills and medical knowledge, ensuring smooth operation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and certification from a Medical Office Assistant course required.
• Two years' experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical information systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties including word processing and scheduling.
• Assist primary care providers with patient visits.
• Answer inquiries related to programs and services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Typing speed (50 wpm)

Medical terminology

Computer proficiency

Tact and diplomacy

Education

Grade 12 education

Medical Office Assistant course

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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.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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