Job Description

Medical Administrative Assistant - Sunnybrook Department of Medicine Association - Regular Full Time (03292023-02) Toronto, ON, CA Posted: 3/29/2023 11:21:55 AM

The Sunnybrook Department of Medicine Association is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant in two of our departments. We are a large medical practice (approximately 140+ doctors and 95+ Medical Administrative staff) and are seeking new staff to join our team.

You can learn more about us here

https://sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=dept-med-home

Note: We are a fully COVID vaccinated workplace unless a bonafide exemption exists.

Experience in the EMR system Accuro is not mandatory but is an asset.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position provides administrative support to physicians, their practices and clinics. The Administrative assistant will be responsible for the clinical and administrative services associated with the operation of the physician practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include; but are not limited to:

• Answering the phone and returning voicemails
• Responding to patient and physician emails
• Managing and maintaining physician schedule
• Coordinating appointments with other departments and clinics
• Coordinating activities with external sites involved in the physician practice
• Transcription of letters and medical notes on an EMR system
• Electronic filing and chart organization
• Managing all patient bookings; inquiries and scheduling appropriate tests; and running in-person clinics
• Coordination of OHIP billing
• Supporting physicians in their academic and research roles

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Minimum of 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in medical administrative assistant role. Hospital experience is preferred
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to use Accuro EMR is an asset but not is required
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and act independently using sound judgment as well as accepting direction
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and good team player skills
• Excellent time management skills; attention to detail; the capacity to prioritize by assessing situations to determine urgency
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple work demands, including time sensitive requests
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to and work well with a diverse group of individuals
• Tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential issues
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Demonstrated experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced clinic

EDUCATION:

College Diploma in a related discipline, or recognized equivalent, or a combination of education and experience if required.

We offer an excellent work environment with like-minded healthcare professionals, competitive compensation, excellent benefits / pension and good career development potential. We are looking forward to reviewing your application. If you are interested and qualified, please apply to our on-line application process. It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete the process and upload your resume.

We are committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request

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Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Sunnybrook, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital\xe2\x80\x99s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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