Medical Receptionist/Secretary

The Niagara Family Health Organization requires a Medical Secretary to act as the focal point of communication for the medical team, with confidentiality being the key issue at all times. The Medical Secretary is responsible for providing a consistently high standard of secretarial and administrative support to the medical staff, and interact with other departments, patients, G.P.'s and specialists. As a member of a high performing healthcare team, the Medical Secretary utilizes knowledge of efficient medical office processes to support the primary care physicians.
- The Niagara Family Health Organization offers an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.
- Hours of Work:
Full time (42.5 Hours/week)
**Main Responsibilities/Duties**:
- Assists providers and learners with patients
- Scheduling appointments and communicating with patients on behalf of the physician
- Compile and process all medical information using the Electronic Medical Record
- Data entry
- Operates a variety of office equipment such as but not limited to:
Mac computers, Practice Solutions Electronic Medical Record (Telus PS Suite EMR)
- Performs other duties consistent with the job as required.
**Performance Requirements**:
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment;
effectively prioritizing tasks
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team
**Qualifications**:
- Post-Secondary Medical Office Assistant or Medical Administration program with medical terminology
- Experience using TELUS Health EMR a strong asset
- Excellent telephone and strong computer skills
Please submit cover letter and resume to Christine Hay, Direction of Operations by end of day, August 24, 2023
- We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. All applicants must make their requirements known when contacted_
**Job Types**:
Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**:
$17.25 per hour
**Benefits**:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
**Education**:
- DCS / DEC (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Medical Secretary:
1 year (required)
Work Location:
In person
Application deadline:
2023-08-24
Expected start date:
2023-09-06