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Overview Internal/External PostingOne (1) Full-time PositionLocation: Sioux Lookout, OntarioSalary Range: $56,576 – $75,992 per annumReference Number: CLINI001278If applying by email, indicate reference number in subject line Job Summary The Admin II – Interpreter/Receptionist will be responsible for reception duties including welcoming registration of clients of the Northern Clinic as well as performing a variety of clerical support services, assisting the First Nations clients through communication in their first dialect and providing interpreting services between Health Care Professional and clients at the Northern Clinic. The Admin II – Interpreter/Receptionist is directly accountable to the Manager – Northern Clinic. Qualifications Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC Part II Special Employment) Ability to interpret information from medical staff to patients in preferred First Nations dialect is required Grade 12 high school diploma or equivalent Minimum 6 months’ experience in clerical/administrative roles Medical office assistant certification preferred Experience working within a medical office setting is an asset Experience working within an EMR is an asset Knowledge of business office procedures Ability to work with scheduling and medical information software programs Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to work as a team member Knowledge and understanding of First Nations culture and issues relevant to delivery of healthcare in the Sioux Lookout Zone Strong communication, organization, scheduling and time management skills in dealing with patients, families, peers and health care professionals The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis Roles and Responsibilities Organizing charts for physician clinics Acknowledge arriving patients in a prompt and helpful manner Booking, coordinating and scheduling patient appointments with the ability to prioritize appointments according to patient needs and physician clinic schedules Overseeing the waiting area Coordinating patient movements between departments Informs patient problems and/or irregularities to nurse managers or registered nurse Operating the appointment clinic switchboard by responding to incoming calls, taking and relaying messages, communicating information and responding to emergency calls according to established procedures Interpret verbal information provided by physicians, support staff, visitors and community members Explaining preparations necessary for diagnostic tests and/or treatments ordered by the physician Actively empower patients to participate in their health care decision by providing information and teaching in their first language Prepare and deliver requisitions Label and deliver laboratory specimens Transcribe physicians orders Perform routine clerical tasks such as copying, faxing, filing Handling of sensitive/confidential material strictly in confidence in accordance with office policy Ordering and stocking of supplies Provide orientation as required Other duties as assigned Apply online at http://www.slfnha.com/careers. Human Resource DepartmentSioux Lookout First Nations Health AuthorityP.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen StreetSioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8Phone: (807) 737-1802Fax: (807) 737-2969Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process. Closing Date: August 5, 2025 @ 4:30 p.m. CST No resumes received after this time will be accepted. The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those granted an interview will be contacted. For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com #J-18808-Ljbffr