Overview
Who We Are
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.
Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.
About this Opportunity
Under the direction of the Director of Health & Wellness, the Medical Office Assistant will support clients, Nurse Practitioners, Health & Wellness Department and other allied health professionals by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, word processing, directing client calls and walk-ins, manage medical supplies inventory, etc.
Want to know more? You will…
- Provides administrative, clerical, and technical support to the Health and Wellness department
- Schedules and coordinates client appointments. This includes facilitating the client intake process; ensuring all correct forms are completed and client understands processes involved, confirming appointment times; ensuring appointment reminders are sent to clients, and booking client follow-up appointments (as required).
- Assigns appropriate times, dates, and locations for Nurse practitioners and specialists visiting WFN Community Services
- Directs client calls/walk-ins, manages all incoming/outgoing correspondence including, confidential faxes, email or telephone inquiries, couriers, etc.
- Communicate test results to clients when requested by Nurse Practitioners
- Prepares Nurse Practitioner Exam Room between client visits
Must Haves:
- Medical Office Assistant (MOA) certificate required
- Minimum of three (3) years related office experience
- Advanced level of ability working with Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, and Adobe
- Familiarity of Electronic Medical records/programs
Perks of Working at WFN:
- Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
- Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
- Municipal Pension Plan membership
- Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
- Employee Recognition Program
- Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development
The minimum starting salary for this position is: $44,528.52
Application Details:
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.
All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.
This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
