Primary Care Assistant (PCA)

0.7 EFT, Permanent

Internal/External Posting

Department:                                      Administration

Position:                                             Primary Care Assistant

Anticipated Shift:                             Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Responsible To:                                Administrative Manager

Anticipated Start Date:                   As soon as possible

Salary:                                                $22.541, $23.049, $23.619, $24.219, $24.918, $25.538

Union:                                                 CUPE

Position Summary:

NorWest Co-op Community Health is seeking a highly motivated Primary Care Assistant in our walk-in clinic with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This position supports front reception, front entrance screening and the Primary Care Team in the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality services at various NorWest sites. The incumbent will provide a variety of clerical functions and must contribute to a respectful work environment and participate in workload sharing and coverage within the team. This position is scheduled for a two-week rotation with a combination of evening and weekend shifts. As per the CUPE agreement, shifts are eligible for both evening and weekend working premiums.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years related healthcare experience required
• Experience in Email and computerized calendars required
• Working knowledge of electronic medical records preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience maintaining medical records and filing systems, compiling statistics and processing personal health information
• Switchboard/receptionist experience

Education:

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards required
• Successful completion of a Unit Clerk Course and/or a Medical Office Assistant Course required
• Basic Life Support recognized by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (i.e., CPR Anytime Family and Friends) provide certificate if it is made available
• A Combination of education and experience may be considered

 Qualifications:

• Keyboarding speed of 40 wpm required
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work as a team member and form respectful relationships with team members, other professionals, clients and the community.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and take initiative through action that favourably influence events
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of the English language (both written and oral)
• Ability to problem solve and work within a fast-paced interdisciplinary team environment with frequent disruptions and deadlines
• Experience with specimen collection, medical supply management and statistical data collection.
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to plan and organize a heavy workload, under pressure, to meet deadlines
• Respectful of diversity and values diverse perspectives and ideas
• Criminal Record Check and Child/Elder Abuse Registry required
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

• Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and holidays

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to do moderate lifting and a moderate amount of walking
• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-moving environment with frequent interruptions

Please submit your application in confidence to:

Rupsi Parajuli
 HR Assistant

NorWest Co-op Community Health

785 Keewatin Street, Winnipeg MB

Email: rparajuli@norwestcoop.ca

Application Deadline:  Posted until filled

We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.