Medical Office Admin, Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic
Specialized Admin - (OPSEU)
Part-Time, Contract (Approximately 3 Years) 
London, Ontario (London Zone)
- Application Deadline: February 25, 2025 -

The Medical Office Assistant, under the direction of the Manager, Addiction Medicine will primarily be responsible for administrative support to the inter-professional team at the organization’s Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine (RAAM) clinics.

As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Medical Office Assistant manages and shares as required information collected from clients with the appropriate inter-professional team members.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

• What you'll be making - $24.93 to $32.16 per hour (Specialized Admin Grid)
  • The above are initial rates; with grid increases as per policy
  • Internal staff members will be placed on the appropriate grid based on their current rate of pay, up to Level 8 of the grid (see Intranet Policy - bit.ly/CompensationPolicyPg16)
• When you'll work - 42 hours over two-week period; Rotating day, afternoon and evening shifts
• What your benefits will be – 9% in lieu of benefits
• Your pension plan – Immediately eligible for optional enrollment in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) 
   

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

• Greet and direct clients to appropriate resources and / or services
• Provide clinic reception services both in person and via phone
• Handle all correspondence including: email, fax and mail
• Scheduling and confirm patient appointments / tests / follow-ups and manage the clinic’s schedule 
• Provide administrative support and perform administrative duties
• Manage client referrals
• Enrollment of users in PS Suites including liaising for training and troubleshooting issues
• Ensure accuracy of client documentation
• Update and maintain client Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Analyze data and relevant information to compose reports, compile statistics, and prepare correspondence and agendas
• Monitor inventory of medical supplies and materials and order as require
• Arrange for the proper cleaning and disposal of medical materials
• Make recommendations for policy and /or procedure improvements
• Participate in meetings as requested
• Assist with drug screen and clinic support
• Provide support at My Sister’s Place when appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements

Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require the following qualifications:

• Medical Office Administration Diploma (Primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process, i.e. an original degree/diploma/certificate or official transcript; for ongoing education, an unofficial transcript will be accepted)
• Valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle with adequate insurance to carry out job duties
• Clear, current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

We prefer the following qualifications:

• 2-5 years’ medical office administration experience preferred
• Experience with EMRs required including knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Previous experience in handling confidential or sensitive information
• Working knowledge of medical terminology 
• Knowledge of Harm Reduction principles
• Strong knowledge of general office procedures
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy laws
• Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

Get your application in by – February 25, 2025:

Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. 

We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Human.Resources@cmhatv.ca