Medical Assistant - Merivale Road, Ottawa

Who We Are

Appletree Medical Group is the most progressive multi-disciplinary medical group in Canada. We assist and manage the practices of Ontario’s best family physicians and specialists, including physicians offering virtual healthcare services. For over two decades, we have worked with bright and motivated individuals on our mission to improve access to community healthcare in Canada. Our journey is now leading us to help other parts of the world re-build access to healthcare in their own communities, and we are only just getting started. Come discover how you may join our talented team and participate in shaping the future of community healthcare.

Why You Should Join Us

At Appletree, we offer a wide range of career opportunities for individuals seeking experience in the healthcare industry. We have suitable positions for medical school hopefuls, for those interested in a career in healthcare, for foreign medical graduates, for those who are still searching for a career path, and for experienced professionals who are looking to make a positive impact in our community. We offer opportunities for growth, flexible work hours, access to premium healthcare services for you and your family, flexible benefits plan, and valuable experience that will jumpstart your career and continue your professional development.

The Opportunity

The Medical Assistant position is an entry level position (no medical experience necessary). It is ideal for the individual who is interested in exploring the field of healthcare and wants an opportunity to obtain the relevant experience. The position places a significant emphasis on excellent customer service skills, teamwork and ongoing development.

Compensation

• Total compensation of our top performers range from $15.50 to $16.50 per hour.
• Base rate $15.50 per hour, with additional earning potential.

Benefits: dental, health spending account and Life insurance, with eligibility beginning at 6 months of continuous full time employment.

Reports to: Supervisor

Career Path: Training Consultant, Supervisor

What You'll Do

Medical Assistants are fully trained on and responsible for the following:

• Proper preparation of the patient clinically (i.e. hosting the patient into the exam room and performing triage).
• Proper registration of the patient administratively (i.e. reception, scheduling, collecting payments, etc.)
• Maintain a clean & quiet environment by cleaning/sanitizing exam rooms, foyers and bathrooms.
• Appropriate application of scripts, scenarios and clinical skills.
• Opportunity to train in one or more specialty programs (e.g. Travel Medicine, Allergy Testing, Foot Care, and Wellbaby), following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary review.
• Record and document management and all administrative duties, as assigned.
• Other duties as required.
• Appropriate usage of our Electronic Medical Record system (EMR Advantage).
• Ensure consistent inventory levels through daily stocking of exam rooms and other areas of the clinic.
• Proper opening and/or closing procedures of the clinic.

What We're Looking For

• An undergraduate or bachelor’s degree in health science, Kinesiology, General Science or Arts is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, written, reading and comprehension); other languages are considered an asset.
• Passionate about personal learning, training and ongoing development.
• 1-2 years of post-secondary education in a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Committed, reliable, and flexible with regards to scheduling of shifts (i.e. days, evenings and weekends).
• Flexible with regards to working at multiple clinic/office locations within the Ottawa Region.
• Six months to one year of experience in a customer service environment (i.e. retail or hospitality).

What's Next

Our process for hiring is rigorous. Our objective is to ensure that you are the right fit for us, just as we are for you. We promote fairness, equity, and diversity, as such, you will meet and speak to various people on our hiring team throughout the process. The screening stage begins with a few application questions, a basic communications assessment, and finally a phone interview. Successful applicants moving into the selection stage will be invited to an in-person interview where more information about the position is given to the candidate. At that point you will have the opportunity to ask job-specific questions and make an informed decision on whether you should join us.

Appletree is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Appletree will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].

About Appletree Medical Group

The Appletree difference Founded in 1992, Appletree Medical Group is one of Canada’s largest multi-specialty groups. Our growing network of modern medical facilities across Ontario enables our doctors to provide world-class medical care to our patients. Working with highly-trained staff and the latest technology, our physicians are able to deliver the best care possible for patients and their families in our communities. Our Mission Appletree Medical Group exists to professionalize, and improve access to, community healthcare in Canada. We provide comprehensive healthcare solutions when, and where, they are needed. We use technology and efficient clinic workflows to optimize medical practices for physicians, while creating flexible and accessible healthcare experiences for our patients.