Job Description

Two rheumatologists are looking for a full-time (M-F) medical office assistant for a new clinic opening shortly in St. Catharines. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, efficient and organised team player. Duties involved include (but are not limited to):
-Scheduling patient appointments and confirming patient appointments
-Checking-in patients at reception and updating demographic and health data
-Answering phone calls and voicemails
-Document scanning and processing faxes
-Arranging diagnostic tests, patient handouts, and referrals 
-Liaising with other physicians offices, pharmacies, and allied health providers, as required
-Updating pharmacy and physician contact numbers in the electronic medical record system
-Rooming patients when required 
-Labelling specimens and requisitions and coordinating lab pick-ups.
-Receive mail and packages delivered to the office

Qualifications/Skills:
-Medical office assistant diploma and/or 2-years experience working in a physician's office
-Previous experience with electronic medical record system (Accuro preferred)
-Experience with email and office suite
-Previous experience with rheumatology preferred 
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Demonstrate organisation and critical thinking skills
-Ability to wear personal protective equipment

We are offering a competitive salary with weekends and stat holidays off.

COVID19 adaptations: 
-Virtual interview
-Shield at workstation
-Personal protective equipment provided (and required to be worn)
-Social distancing in place
-Disinfection of workspaces

Skills Required