Position: CLINICAL ASSISTANT
Company: Etobicoke Medical Centre Family Health Organization
Status: Part-Time; 3 days per week: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday + 2 weekend shifts per month on a rotational basis
Starting Salary: $20.00/hour
Must be available to work weekdays, including evenings as well as weekends on a rotational basis.
A typical shift can be scheduled anytime between the hours of 8:30am- 8:00pm weekdays and Saturdays 9:00am-3:00pm and Sundays/Holidays 9:00am- 12:00pm.
All shifts are dependent upon physicians’ scheduled hours; flexibility to work outside of these core hours is required.
DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Escort patient to examination room, determine nature of visit and document into EMR (electronic medical record)
Take vitals based on nature of visit
Communicate with patients via phone/email to relay physician information/instructions
Ensure appropriate medical supplies/equipment are available/ready for the clinical exam
Stock/re-stock examination rooms as required
Prepare/clean rooms as required
Complete/process paperwork and invoices as requested by physician
Handle/transport specimens as per protocol
Ensure appropriate handling/storage of government provided vaccines according to Toronto Public Health guidelines
Administer injections-certification required
Handle liquid nitrogen as per guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Graduate of an IM Injection Certificate Program
1-2 years relevant experience in a family practice environment
Emergency first aid & CPR required
Knowledge of an EMR (electronic medical record); Telus Health PS Suite
Excellent customer service
Excellent English language verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and on a team
Communicate verbally and in writing (electronic messaging) with physicians and team members
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
Exceptional organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Strong touch typing skill (50 wpm)
VACCINATION:
As a condition of employment, proof of full vaccination is required prior to start, including Covid-19 vaccination.
Etobicoke Medical Centre Family Health Organization is an equal opportunity employer and is able to provide accommodation to job applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, please advise us in your application.
You must be available to work day or evenings Monday to Friday between 8:30am to 8:30pm and weekends on a rotational basis. Please be advised that training will take place on weekdays before assuming any evening or weekend shifts.
Qualified applicants are invited to e-mail a resume and cover letter; only eligible applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- primary care practice: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- IM injection certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
