Job Description

Primary Care Assistant

0.7 EFT Permanent

Department:

Administration

Position:

Primary Care Assistant

Anticipated Shift:

Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Responsible To:

Administrative Manager

Anticipated Start Date:

As soon as possible

Salary:

$22.091, $22.599, $23.169, $23.769, $24.468, $25.088

Union

: CUPE

Position Summary:

NorWest Coop Community Health is seeking a highly motivated Primary Care Assistant with excellent


interpersonal and communication skills. This position supports front reception, front entrance screening and the


Primary Care Team in the delivery of safe, efficient and quality services at various Norwest sites. The incumbent


will provide a variety of clerical functions and must contribute to a respectful work environment and participate in


workload sharing and coverage within the team. This position will be scheduled on a 2-week rotation with a


combination of evening and weekend shifts. As per CUPE agreement, shifts eligible for both evening and weekend


working premiums:





Week 1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday


1130am- 1130am- 1130am- 1130am- 1130am-

Shift 8pm 8pm 8pm 8pm 8pm 830am-5pm 830am-5pm


Week 2 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday


Shift OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

Experience:

A minimum of two years related healthcare experience required Experience in Email and computerized calendars required Working knowledge of electronic medical records preferred Demonstrated knowledge and experience maintaining medical records and filing systems, compiling
statistics and processing personal health information
Switchboard/receptionist experience

Education:

Complete high school education, Manitoba standards required Successful completion of a Unit Clerk Course and/or a Medical Office Assistant Course required Basic Life Support recognized by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (i.e., CPR Anytime Family and
Friends) provide certificate if it is made available
A Combination of education and experience may be considered

Qualifications:

Keyboarding speed of 40 wpm required Knowledge of medical terminology required Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required Demonstrated ability to effectively work as a team member and form respectful relationships with team
members, other professionals, clients and the community.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and take initiative through action
that favourably influence events
Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills Excellent command of the English language (both written and oral) Ability to problem solve and work within a fast-paced interdisciplinary team environment with frequent
disruptions and deadlines
Experience with specimen collection, medical supply management and statistical data collection. Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality Ability to plan and organize a heavy workload, under pressure, to meet deadlines Respectful of diversity and values diverse perspectives and ideas Criminal Record Check and Child/Elder Abuse Registry required Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and holidays


Physical requirements:
Must be able to do moderate lifting and a moderate amount of walking Must be able to function effectively in a fast-moving environment with frequent interruptions

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Please submit your application in confidence to:

Rupsi Parajuli


NorWest Co-op Community Health


785 Keewatin St., Winnipeg, MB


Email: rparajuli@norwestcoop.ca







We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.