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Posted on September 16, 2024 by Employer details Ancient Rivers Family Health Team
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Job Summary The Ancient Rivers Family Health Team (FHT) is a group of interprofessional healthcare providers associated with the Ancient Rivers Family Health Organization (FHO), a group of 17 family doctors in Renfrew and Calabogie with a combined roster of 13 000 patients on 1 shared EMR (Telus Practice Solutions). The Receptionist will work closely with our Primary Care Providers and Integrated Healthcare Providers (IHPs) as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary health care team. The Receptionist provides day-to-day support in the implementation, scheduling, execution, and maintenance of the FHT?s programs and services. Main Responsibilities · Effective management of the day-to-day scheduling of the interprofessional healthcare providers of the Family Health Team · Greets patients and visitors and direct accordingly. Update patient information, including patient name, address and demographic information. Rosters patients as required. · Answers telephone calls. Direct caller to appropriate person as required or book patient with IHP based on assessment of request. · Schedules patient appointments. Notifies patient of changes/cancellations as required. · Books diagnostic tests and appointments for patients at hospitals and other medical facilities. · Obtains patient charts, medical records and lab reports and verifies for completeness. Copies, distributes and files patient charts, medical records and reports. · Assists patients with the completion of forms as necessary. · Telephones, faxes and e-mails a variety of material. · Sorts, screens and distributes incoming mail and faxes. · Performs clerical and other administrative functions incidental to clinical reception activities. · Order, monitor and organize office and clinical supplies. · Maintain office organization · Maintain security of confidential information · In consultation with the ED, Lead Physician and clinical staff, and under the direction of the Board, support the delivery of clinical programs to patients. · Works with the ED to monitor and review clinical programs for value and effectiveness. · Participates in a continuous quality improvement plan for clinical programs and their delivery. · Assists the Executive Director with the day-to-day operations of the FHT. Position Qualifications and Skills · Proof of graduation in secretarial and medical terminology studies from a recognized Canadian Community college preferred. · Minimum of two years recent experience in a physician?s office or an equivalent health care setting. · Experience in a multidisciplinary health care setting would be considered an asset. · High level of organizational and time management skills and ability to multi-task · Ability to work under pressure, with interruptions and still meet deadlines. · Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) · Able to work well with shifting priorities · Ability to act with patience, tact and discretion. · Respect and understanding of privacy and confidentiality. · Proficiency using information technology, email, and a variety of software programs. Excellent typing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential. · Familiarity with Telus PSS Electronic Medical Record an asset. · Demonstrated ability to work well independently and in a team environment · Current Ontario Driver?s License and access to a vehicle for travel within the region How to Apply Qualified applicants are asked to forward their cover letter and resume by July 31, 2024 to info@arfht.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest in Ancient Rivers FHT, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. _The Ancient Rivers Family Health Team supports diversity, equity, and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with a disability. Personal information contained in applica- LocationRenfrew, ON
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$49,354YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9447997218
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