We are GROWING and have new positions available to expand our Primary Care Action Teams. Thames Valley Family Health Team is looking for a Medical Office Assistant. This position would initially start in Parkhill, Ontario. The Thames Valley Family Health Team is one of the largest Family Health Teams (FHT) in Ontario. Currently, with more than 125 physicians across 21 sites within London/Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin counties, the Thames Valley Family Health Team is committed to providing comprehensive, collaborative primary health care. The Thames Valley Family Health Team is one of the largest family health teams in Ontario.

The Medical Office Assistant is a role that is focused on working with the on-site lead physician and TVFHT’s Operations Department to offer administrative and patient support in a primary care setting. This role will require evening hours and following TVFHT Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements, Skills, And Abilities

Administrative experience preferably in a healthcare setting Experience with Outlook and Accuro Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Post-Secondary school diploma or education in medical office or business administration An understanding of the Ministry of Health & Family Health Team philosophy Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with a multi-disciplinary team Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to coordinate and communicate information and documentation for various meetings and events, as well as minute-taking skills Ability to work in a demanding environment and prioritize work, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity Proficient skills in Microsoft Office applications, specifically: Word, Power Point, Excel Ability to research and compile relevant information for inclusion in reports Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to anticipate and respond to the administrative needs of leadership and the healthcare team Exercise reasonable care and caution in protecting confidential and sensitive information related to patients and personnel with understanding of PHIPA Responsible for opening and/or closing procedures of the clinic Participate in the patient referral process as required Process payments for non OHIP services Preference will be given to candidates who are open to learning basic injections and blood draws. Training will be provided for this.

Hourly Rate: $22.50- $23.50 per hour (dependent on experience)

To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and a detailed resume. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check and medical screening. Thames Valley Health Team uses an applicant tracking system to distribute job postings; no artificial intelligence is used to screen, assess, or select applicants, and all recruitment decisions are made by people.

To be eligible to apply you must have a Social Insurance Number and in some cases a valid work permit. While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Thames Valley Family Health Team is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, safe, accessible, diverse, and respectful environment for all that is free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to a broad range of cultural, national, and ethnic origins, racial, religious, gender identities and expression, as well as people of all ages, marital/family status, and those with disabilities to apply. Please contact julie.goodchild@thamesvalleyfht.ca if you require assistance with an accommodation.