• FULL-TIME
• Temporary

Medical Secretary 

1 FTE – Contract Until March 31, 2025  

Thunder Bay Site

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a contract 1 FTE Medical Secretary, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team will provide medical secretary assistance to the Interprofessional Team which will provide support for clients with complex and multiple needs in the communities that we serve. The focus will be on providing health care services to newcomer and individual’s at risk and residing in areas where individuals are experiencing barriers to care. This is a new funded position with the possibility of a contract extension.

The position has a competitive salary and the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan.

Qualifications:

• Three to five year’s office experience preferably in a health setting;
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, organized, a self-starter, and possess excellent problem solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to perform well under stress and to deal with multiple demands and unpredictable delays;
• Excellent organizational skills, judgement and tact;
• Good knowledge of medical terminology and high proficiency/accuracy in word processing, dicta typing and data entry skills;
• Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office;
• Secondary school diploma, Medical Secretary certificate or equivalent relevant work experience;
• Demonstrated experience working across all genders with racialized populations, indigenous peoples, individuals who engage in sex work, individuals who are/have been incarcerated, people with mental health challenges, and people who have experienced trauma.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

How to Apply

Please visit https://norwestchc.org/employment/

The deadline for applicants is Friday September 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

This position will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts to:

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL
NorWest Community Health Centres
525 Simpson Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6
FAX: (807) 622-7637
www.norwestchc.org

Full Covid-19 vaccination verification required, subject to any contraindications that are medically supported.

NWCHC’s is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.