We require a casual Medical Office Assistant for a busy women's health clinic in Vancouver. Before you apply, please check our website (www.ewhc.ca) to ensure that your interests and values align with our mission. You must thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary, team environment.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about women's health, autonomy and well-being. You must be compassionate, open-minded, and have a high degree of patience.
This is a casual position covering vacation and sick leave for our busy team. Must have good availability during the daytime Monday to Friday, as well as available during school holidays.
Job Summary:
- Operate a multi-line telephone system
- Conduct client intake by telephone, including scheduling / confirming client appointments and taking medical histories
- Arrange appointments for clients and interact with other organizations
- Oversee the admission of all visitors and deliveries
This position involves Internet, medical booking software, word processing and spreadsheets, and administrative support functions such as compiling and filing charts, and communicating with health care personnel, clients and external agencies.
Qualifications:
- Two years' recent and relevant work experience, or a combination of education and experience
- Medical Office Assistant course
- A patient and caring manner; ability to thrive in a busy work environment
- A strong commitment to women's reproductive rights
- Excellent verbal and written English language skills
- Knowledge of a second language, especially Punjabi, Mandarin or Spanish is an asset
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to deal with sensitive and cross-cultural scenarios
- Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team atmosphere
- Attention to detail as well as multi-tasking skills are needed
- Ability to organize work, to set priorities and to take initiative
Please submit a recent resume as well as a cover letter that describes why you would be a good fit for this opportunity. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $26.27-$27.99 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have Medical Office Assistant (MOA) Certification?
- Have you attached a cover letter explaining why you are interested in working at Everywoman's Health Centre? Only applications with a cover letter will be considered.
Work Location: In person
