Administrative Assistant

 

Description:

Reporting to the Medical Imaging Manager, at Whitehorse General Hospital, the incumbent provides administrative services and co-ordinates clinical procedures which include: being the initial contact for patients and visitors, maintaining computerized scheduling of appointments; creating, updating and maintaining electronic medical records and interacting with a variety of medical professionals. Supports the on-going quality assurance program; and other related duties.

Knowledge and skills required:

  • Knowledge of and proficiency in medical office procedures;
  • Knowledge of computerized scheduling, HIS and RIS; excellent computer skills;
  • Knowledge of medical terminology (anatomy, physiology and pathology);
  • Knowledge of medical imaging exams and preparations;
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations;
  • Ability to recognize and respond to a change in patient condition;
  • Ability to multitask in a busy office setting (multidisciplinary department);
  • Ability to deal with situations in a professional manner;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with colleagues, peers, patients and families;
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, adapt to workload variances and resolve work related problems;
  • Ability to keep current with changes and aid in implementation of accepted change;
  • Ability to train and orientate other health care professionals;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality;
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Thoroughness and attention to detail;
  • Reliability, self-motivation and ability to work independently with limited supervision;
  • Cross-cultural awareness;

Organization Yukon Hospital Corporation
Industry Medical / Healthcare Jobs
Occupational Category Administrative Assistant
Job Location Toronto,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Part Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2023-03-19 1:18 pm
Expires on 2024-12-27