Medical Office Assistant / Clerk

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.

Experience working with at-risk or street-involved populations preferred.

Skills And Abilities

• 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.