Clinic Assistant, Academic Family Health

Sinai Health is looking for a Clinic Assistant to support the Mount Sinai Academic Family Health Team at our Sherman Health and Wellness Centre location (9600 Bathurst Street, Vaughan).This Clinic Assistant position includes secondary assignments as a Chart Room Clerk and Medical Secretary.Is this you?You are highly adaptable, comfortable with shifting in responsibilities according our team’s needs. With assignments spanning Clinic Assistant, Chart Room Clerk, and Medical Secretary positions, your ability to smoothly transition between tasks is essential. Your flexible nature allows you to thrive in dynamic environments, embracing each new challenge with enthusiasm.You are an exceptionally organized and self-motivated individual with excellent time management skills. Your attention to detail is unmatched, allowing you to excel under pressure and manage multiple competing demands efficiently. You consistently deliver high-quality work, demonstrating a proactive approach to every task you undertake.About The Mount Sinai Academic Family Health TeamThe Mount Sinai Academic Family Health Team delivers comprehensive patient-centered primary care throughout every stage of life. Our goal is to help patients manage their health and enhance their overall quality of life. We do this by offering primary health care and several specialty and group programs.We have locations in Toronto at the Granovsky Gluskin Family Medicine Centre and in Vaughan at the Sherman Health and Wellness Centre.Family health teams bring several primary care providers into one care team. Working as a team means we can act as a primary point of care for patients and provide access to specialized supports in one location. The team consists of physicians, nurses, social workers, pharmacists and other specialized health-care providers. We have a special interest in perinatal care and the care of babies and children. Our services also include programs for diabetes management, mental health, nutrition, smoking cessation and geriatric care.As a teaching clinic, we work closely with the University of Toronto Department of Family and Community Medicine to train medical students and resident doctors to provide the highest level of care. Our team values education, research and collaborative patient care.In This Role You WillEscort patients into the clinical space and assist with patient preparation for visitsMonitor patient flow to facilitate optimal practice efficiencyCollect basic vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and body mass index and document information in patient's electronic medical recordPerform basic tests such as visual acuity and urine dip tests and document results in patient's electronic medical record.Assist clinical staff with minor procedures (e.g., pap tests, surgical procedures etc.)Prepare medical equipment and exam rooms for patient visits as per infection control procedures and send used medical equipment/instruments for sterile processing using MDRD electronic systemTroubleshoot any issues with specimens such as: missing results and discrepancies with the samplesContribute and support emergency response effortsTransfer patients between wheelchairs and beds using mechanical lifts, and manage the collection, and delivery of specimens to designated departments or laboratoriesAudit supplies and check expiration datesEnsure proper disposal of sharps including sharp containerEnsure that the team dons and doffs the correct personal protective equipment when infection control practices are requiredInitiate/assist with troubleshooting office equipment and technologiesOrder and restock supplies and equipmentMaintain general tidiness of unit including cleaning isolation rooms as per Infection Control protocolsMaintain privacy and confidentiality of the patients, care providers and the whole teamPerform other duties consistent with the job classification as assignedJob RequirementsMandatoryMinimum of one (1) year of related experienceSuccessful completion of a post-secondary diploma preferably with a healthcare focus such as Medical Lab Assistant / Technician PreferredPrevious experience working within a clinic/health environmentPrevious experience in charting patients' medical detailsPrevious experience with an electronic medical record (EMR) programSkills and KnowledgeProficiency in MS Office applications, and ability to work with databasesKnowledge of medical terminologyDemonstrated proficiency in communication skills, both verbal and writtenDemonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance recordIf this sounds like you and you’re ready to build your career within health care, apply now and let us know why you would be a great addition to our team.