Posted on behalf of the General Surgery Clinic at Groves Memorial Community Hospital

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April 24, 2024

GENERAL SURGERY CLINIC at GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

(FULL TIME)

One (1) Full Time Medical Office Assistant position is available in the General Surgery Clinic at Groves Memorial Community Hospital (GMCH).

Summary:

The General Surgery Clinic at GMCH is currently seeking a dynamic, experienced and highly-motivated person to join and help manage our practice. We are seeking a full time Medical Office Assistant who takes initiative and knows how to problem-solve.

Duties and Responsibilities:

All regular duties and responsibilities of a Medical Office Assistant, such as:

• Answer phone calls, schedule appointments and manage patient inquiries.
• Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Assist medical staff with administrative tasks as needed.
• Handle billing and insurance claims processing.
• Schedule appointments and surgeries within the hospital.
• Management day to day issues as they arise, including complaints.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationships with patients and co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Medical Office Administration program or equivalent experience.
• Bachelors Degree is preferred.
• Excellent understanding of medical terminology and OHIP schedule of benefits.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic IT Troubleshooting.
• Typing speed of 50-60 wpm or more.
• Ability to multi-task and willingness to take ownership of several clinic responsibilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Impeccable English and multilingualism is an asset.
• Medical office experience for one year.
• Microsoft office competency.
  
• EMR (Accuro) competency preferred.
• Solid planning and organization skills.
  
• To be successful in this role, you need to be a good team player, adaptive, friendly, able to build spirited relationships, thrive on challenges, and continuously drive your own learning and development.

Hours of work:

• 8 hour shift (8-4 or 9-5)
• Monday to Friday
• 35-40 hours per week
• Weekends as needed

Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, based on experience

How to apply: If you are passionate about healthcare and possess the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Please email your application to [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to our surgical team and making a positive impact in our community.