Medical Office Assistant

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Peak Medical Specialty Centres Full time

Peak Medical Specialty Centres is looking for a Full Time Medical Office Assistant to work out of our Allendale Edmonton location.

In our Allendale clinic, our clinical focus includes Respirology, Paediatric Neurology, Pulmonary Function testing, Sleep Apnea Testing and Treatment, and Medical Cannabis. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where every team member's contribution is valued and respected. You'll find yourself at the heart of our operations, supporting various departments and team members, to ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day functioning.

You will be working as part of a team that includes multiple disciplines such as Administration, Sleep Technicians, Respiratory therapists, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Physicians. As this role requires working as part of our team and providing first line of communication with patients as well as our physicians, the successful applicant shall be highly professional, presentable, positive, and reliable.

**Your Mark**:

- **Patient Reception and Check-In**:

- Greet patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
- Verify patient demographics and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately.
- Schedule appointments and manage the clinic's schedules efficiently.
- Validating Alberta Health Care Coverage for patients
- **Patient Record Management**:

- Maintain electronic health records (EHR) and ensure all patient information is up-to-date and accurate.
- Create new charts for incoming referrals, coordinate referral confirmations to send back to referring physicians, and contact patients for booking
- Handle confidential patient information with discretion and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- **Assist Healthcare Providers**:

- Mark patients’ as arrived upon time of check-in, contact patients who have not checked in at the time of their appointment
- Assist physicians and nurses with rooming patients or taking vitals as required (Such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight)
- Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are clean, stocked, and organized.
- **Patient Education and Communication**:

- Provide patients and their families with relevant information about procedures, treatments, paperwork, and medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals promptly and courteously.
- Send messages to physicians or nurses as appropriate, for clinical-related questions or concerns relayed by patients’
- **Medical Billing and Coding**:

- Process patient payments, and assist with billing inquiries.
- Scan copies of the physicians billing/day sheets into the EMR for timely processing
- **Administrative Support**:

- Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, printing and copying documents.
- Assist with inventory management, including notifying staff on site about needs regarding ordering and stocking medical supplies and office supplies.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare facilities as needed.
- Fax consultation letters back to the referring practitioners at the time of completion
- Fax diagnostic reports (Pulmonary Function Test results and Sleep Apnea Test Results) back to referring practitioners
- **Clinic Operations Support**:

- Collaborate with other clinic staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the reception area and waiting room.
- Participate in staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives as required.
- **Safety and Compliance**:

- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Adhere to clinic policies and procedures, including safety regulations and quality assurance standards.

**Your Skills**:

- **Medical Terminology**: Proficiency in medical terminology is critical for accurately understanding patient needs and communicating with healthcare providers.
- **Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management**: Experience with EHR systems to maintain patient records, update medical histories, and input clinical data efficiently. Previous experience with MedAccess EMR would be an asset.
- **Patient Communication**: Strong communication skills to interact with patients and their families empathetically, explaining procedures, test results, and consultation processes clearly and reassuringly.
- **Scheduling and Appointment Management**: Ability to manage a busy appointment calendar, schedule patient appointments, and coordinate with multiple healthcare providers' schedules effectively.
- **Organizational Skills**: Excellent organizational abilities to maintain order in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks efficiently, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- **Attention to Detail**: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in patient records, billing information, and administrative tasks, minimizing errors and



  • Edmonton, Canada Southwell Medical Centre Full time

    Responsibilities: - Greet and check-in patients at the front desk - Schedule appointments and manage the office calendar - Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries - Maintain electronic medical records and ensure accuracy of patient information - Assist with insurance verification and billing processes - Coordinate referrals to specialists and follow-up...


  • Edmonton, Canada Southwell Medical Centre Full time

    Responsibilities: - Greet and check-in patients at the front desk - Schedule appointments and manage the office calendar - Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries - Maintain electronic medical records and ensure accuracy of patient information - Assist with insurance verification and billing processes - Coordinate referrals to specialists and follow-up...


  • Edmonton, Canada Healthpointe Medical Full time

    **Position: Full-Time Medical Office Assistant** HealthPointe is a unique interdisciplinary healthcare clinic that provides patients with highly efficient, one-location access to a specialized medical team for accurate diagnosis and on-site advanced treatment options for neck and back pain patients. **Position Profile** **Responsibilities** - Answers...


  • Edmonton, Canada Unlimited Medical Centres Full time

    Looking for vibrant, customer service and detail-oriented staff for our front desk and back-end nursing station area. From answering phone to filling patient rooms, staff will rotate between reception and the back end. Only applicants with the required experience and knowledge base will be contacted. **Duties**: Answering phone calls and directing them to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Ace Medical Clinic Full time

    Ace Medical Clinic is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Medical Office Assistant to join our team (Maternity Leave coverage). **Temporary Position**: August 2023 to September 2024 (30-40 hours per week). Duties & Responsibilities: - Provide administrative support including but not limited to receiving and directing phone calls, scheduling appointments,...


  • Edmonton, Canada Savera Medical Clinic Full time

    Responsibilities: - Greet and check-in patients as they arrive at the medical office - Schedule appointments and manage the appointment calendar - Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries or direct calls to the appropriate staff member - Maintain patient records and update electronic medical records (EMR) system - Verify insurance information and assist...


  • Edmonton, Canada Dx Medical Centres Full time

    Dx Medical Centres is a family practice/walk in clinic with 2 locations serving the Edmonton area. Patient care is our first priority. We are looking for a Part Time Medical Office Assistant to join our team on a part time basis at our Trail South location. Roles and Responsibilities: - Greet patients and ensure follow up appointments are booked when...


  • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Healthpointe Medical Full time

    Position: Full-Time Medical Office AssistantHealthPointe is a unique interdisciplinary healthcare clinic that provides patients with highly efficient, one-location access to a specialized medical team for accurate diagnosis and on-site advanced treatment options for neck and back pain patients.Position ProfileResponsibilities Answers telephones, routes...


  • Edmonton, Canada Cardinal Medical Clinic Full time

    **About us** Cardinal Medical Clinic is a small business in Edmonton, AB T6X 1A3. We are professional, agile, and supportive. Our work environment includes: - Modern office setting - Safe work environment - Lively atmosphere **Responsibilities**: - Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience - Schedule appointments and...


  • Edmonton, Canada Dx Medical Centres Full time

    Dx Medical Centres is a family practice/walk in clinic with 2 locations serving the Edmonton area. Patient care is our first priority. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant to join our team on a part time basis at our Trail South location. Roles and Responsibilities: - Greet patients and ensure follow up appointments are booked when leaving -...


  • Edmonton, Canada Dx Medical Centres Full time

    Dx Medical Centres is a family practice/walk in clinic with 2 locations serving the Edmonton area. Patient care is our first priority. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant to join our team on a part time basis at our Plaza 167 location. Roles and Responsibilities: - Greet patients and ensure follow up appointments are booked when leaving - Answer...


  • Edmonton, Canada Dx Medical Centres Full time

    Dx Medical Centres is a family practice/walk in clinic with 2 locations serving the Edmonton area. Patient care is our first priority. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant to join our team on a part time basis at our Trail South location. Roles and Responsibilities: - Greet patients and ensure follow up appointments are booked when leaving -...


  • Edmonton, Canada Cardinal Medical Clinic Full time

    **About us** Cardinal Medical Clinic is a small business in Edmonton, AB T6X 1A3. We are professional, agile, and supportive. Our work environment includes: - Modern office setting - Safe work environment - Lively atmosphere **Responsibilities**: - Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience - Schedule appointments and...


  • Edmonton, Canada Cardinal Medical Clinic Full time

    **About us** Cardinal Medical Clinic is a small business in Edmonton, AB T6X 1A3. We are professional, agile, and supportive. Our work environment includes: - Modern office setting - Safe work environment - Lively atmosphere **Responsibilities**: - Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience - Schedule appointments and...


  • Edmonton, Canada Cardinal Medical Clinic Full time

    **About us** Cardinal Medical Clinic is a small business in Edmonton, AB T6X 1A3. We are professional, agile, and supportive. Our work environment includes: - Modern office setting - Safe work environment - Lively atmosphere **Responsibilities**: - Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience - Schedule appointments and...


  • Edmonton, Canada Capstone Medical Clinic Full time

    Seeking a part-time Medical Office Assistant (MOA), 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), for a busy medical clinic located in the west end of Edmonton. **Must have a MOA diploma or equivalent experience in a medical office.** **Duties include but are not limited to**: - Answering a busy multi-line phone - Scheduling and confirming patient...


  • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Savera Medical Clinic Full time

    Responsibilities: Greet and checkin patients as they arrive at the medical office Schedule appointments and manage the appointment calendar Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries or direct calls to the appropriate staff member Maintain patient records and update electronic medical records (EMR) system Verify insurance information and assist with...


  • Edmonton, Canada Chappelle Medical Clinic Full time

    Medical Practice located in Chappelle Edmonton is seeking an experienced MOA/Reception for a Full time position. We are seeking someone who can work independently, and as a team in a multidisciplinary environment. Must be organized, have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). - Required successful completion of a Medical Office Assistant...


  • Edmonton, Canada Chappelle Medical Clinic Full time

    Medical Practice located in Chappelle Edmonton is seeking an experienced MOA/Reception for a part time position. We are seeking someone who can work independently, and as a team in a multidisciplinary environment. Must be organized, have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Required successful completion of a Medical Office Assistant...


  • Edmonton, Canada Magrath Medical Clinic Full time

    Busy Family Medicine Clinic in Southwest Edmonton, Magrath Medical Clinic, is looking to hire a experienced Medical Office Assistant, to join our team. This is for an immediate position for a **Full-Time MOA.** Our team is looking for a hard working, reliable professional who is able to multitask and provide pleasant patient care. Work experience and...