About Us

Salt Spring Island Health Centre is a thriving and dynamic family medical clinic located at 164 Kings Lane on Salt Spring Island. We are committed to providing high quality medical services and we treat all patients with care and respect. We are seeking a talented professional to join our cohesive team of seven clinicians, plus staff in a front desk secretarial and administrative role. Ideally, we are looking for a full-time Medical Office Assistant.
Responsibilities of the position
• Provide a friendly, knowledgeable and professional experience for all patients
• Greet and assist patients in person and on the phone
• Schedule and confirm medical appointments
• Enter Information into electronic medical records database
• Maintain confidential medical charts
• Assist physicians as required
• Prepare paperwork for medical procedures
• Clean and organize exam rooms
• Attend to the overall efficiency of the office and assist in a variety of administrative tasks
Why work with us

Salt Spring Island Health Centre prides itself on being a fun and nurturing work environment. To promote employee well-being, we offer these benefits:
• Wage increases after 3 months
• Dental Care after 3 months
• Extended Health Care after 3 months
• Paid time off
• Flexible vacation time
• On-site parking

Qualifications

While we offer on-the-job training, these attributes are assets:
• High school diploma
• Two years administrative experience preferred
• Ability to provide exceptional care that will put our patients at ease
• Strong organizational skills
• Compassion
• Electronic medical record database experience preferred
• Good phone etiquette
• Commitment to patient confidentiality
• Desire to learn new skills
• Strong eye for detail/ accuracy
• Versatility
• Availability: Monday through Friday 8:30-4:30

We thank all those who apply. Only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Please email your resume to moa@ssihealth.ca or come and introduce yourself to Sarah, our Office Manager.