Administrative Assistant I - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Part-time

Department: Arthritis Program

Company Description:

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

The Schroeder Arthritis Institute is the largest multidisciplinary arthritis hub in Canada, integrating medical, surgical and basic science aspects of Hand, Orthopedics, Osteoporosis and Rheumatology with the goal of making a global impact in discovery, learning and patient care.

The Orthopaedics Program within the Schroeder Arthritis Institute is a leader in developing and implementing innovative models of care. We are advancing integrated Arthritis Care for the future to improve patient and essential care partner experience and outcomes throughout their care journey

The Administrative Assistant I-Medical utilizes knowledge of general and medical terminology and exercises judgment or decisionmaking to provide secretarial and clerical services, in support of professional/medical personnel, including: providing word processing/typing services for assigned personnel; performing reception responsibilities; maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedules; administering and monitoring billing procedures and budgeting records; providing support with small and/or informal meetings/events; maintaining and modifying confidential medical electronic/paper filing/retrieval methods, systems, and/or formats; providing functional supervision to lower classified clerical position(s); ensuring the efficient operation of the office; performing other related clerical activities; performing crossfunctional responsibilities, as assigned; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
Completion of recognized medical office administration program at the diploma level or equivalent (preferred)
Completion of a medical terminology course (preferred)
One (1) year related medical administrative support experience
Previous onthejob computer/wordprocessing, database and spreadsheet software experience, in a Microsoft Office Environment preferred
OHIP billing knowledge an asset
Strong command of medical terminology
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Exemplary organization and time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure, in a fast paced clinical environment
Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Experience working in a health care environment preferred
Experience working in a teaching hospital environment preferred
Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards
COVID19 Full Vaccination Status

Additional Information:

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.