Healthcare Administrative Assistant

4 weeks ago


Oakville, Ontario, Canada Halton Healthcare Full time
Position Overview

The role encompasses a range of reception and administrative tasks aimed at facilitating patient care and ensuring smooth operations within the healthcare environment. Responsibilities include:

  • Registering patients and managing their information.
  • Handling incoming calls and responding to inquiries.
  • Completing necessary requisitions and transcribing physician orders.
  • Coordinating appointment schedules and maintaining supply inventory.
  • Assisting with patient transport using wheelchairs and stretchers as needed.
  • Performing data entry tasks and maintaining accurate records.
  • Supporting staff scheduling and other administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare seeks individuals who are dedicated to their profession and embody our core values of accountability, respect, and compassion. The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A diploma in Medical Office Administration from an accredited institution or at least one year of relevant clerical experience in a healthcare setting.
  • A certificate in medical terminology.
  • A minimum of a Grade 12 diploma.
  • A typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.
  • Proficiency in computer data entry with speed and accuracy.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Experience with patient management databases.
  • The ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Excellent customer service skills and the capacity to address inquiries diplomatically.
  • Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
  • The physical capability to perform job duties, including prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and maneuvering various wheeled equipment.
  • A satisfactory record of employment and attendance.
  • Previous experience in an emergency care setting.

The successful candidate will excel in providing patient-centered care within a dynamic and evolving environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

Additional Information

This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including the potential for various rotating shifts. Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to quality patient care to consider joining our team.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

All new hires must comply with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment.



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