Medical Office Assistant - Saskatoon, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan

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Saskatoon, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Medical Office Assistant:

Primary Purpose:

Join the Pediatric Neurology team and help to ensure the delivery of health care to the children of Saskatchewan.

Duties will include general medical office work, including scheduling, billing, preparing and managing documents, accessing and managing information in the electronic medical record, and helping to ensure the smooth functioning of the Division.

Nature of Work:
The position reports to the Finance and Administration Manager and the Neurology Division within the Department of Pediatrics.

The work is collaborative and involves interacting with members of the team, other Divisions and the wider Department, with external partners and with the family members of patients.

The Department seeks to continue a cooperative, positive work environment.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

Use of existing electronic medical record systems (MedAccess/SCM); scheduling appointments, medical tests, and clinic days; transcribing dictation, preparing and managing clinical and general correspondence, medical manuscripts and publications; telephone and office reception; coordinating academic/teaching schedules; filing, billing, and processing mail; and performing other clerical duties as assigned.

Education:
Completion of Grade 12 and a medical secretarial diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution. Current medical terminology and transcription training are required.

Experience:
Two to five years of clinical secretarial experience is required, preferably in a University setting. Experience in a Pediatric setting is also preferred.

Skills:

- effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal;
- demonstrate effective organization and time management skills;
- proven ability to work on multiple projects with competing demands to meet deadlines;
- ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
- proficient with transcription and thorough knowledge and understanding of medical terminology;
- working knowledge / experience with MedAccess EMR platform, eHR Viewer, Excel, Power Point, and other common office software is required.

Department:
Pediatrics

Status:
Term 12 months with the possibility of extension

Employment Group:
CUPE Restricted

Shift:
To be agreed but within confines of Mon-Fri 8:00 - 4:30

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.5

Salary:
The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $ per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable):Operational Services

Salary Phase/Band:
Phase 4

Posted Date: 5/17/2023

Closing Date: 6/13/2023 at 6:00 pm CST

Number of Openings:1

Work Location:
May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

Criminal Record Check:
Not Applicable

Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable

Education/Credential Verification:
Not Applicable

Vulnerable Sector Check:
Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan's
health and safety requirements for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.