Administrative Assistant I

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and greet/register patients upon arrival
• Screen patient inquiries and direct them to the appropriate resources
• Prepare and prep medical charts for scanning
• Utilize advanced data management tools to maintain and transfer important data fields
• Maintain and organize paper information filing and retrieval systems
• Perform general clerical duties and manage patient listing/off-listing to CorHealth

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of medical clerical or data entry experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and database programs)
• Minimum typing speed of 60 WPM with a high degree of accuracy
• Strong understanding of medical terminology
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized data entry program
• Post-secondary Medical Secretary or Medical Business Office Program (Diploma or Certification level)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion within a large organization
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a world-leading research institution. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN consists of several major sites, including Toronto General Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Our mission is to build a healthier world through discovery, education, and exceptional patient care.