Somerset West Community Health Centre·Ottawa, Ontario
The Medical Office Assistant is responsible for scheduling clients, registering appointments, and answering phones. They also maintain medical files and perform administrative tasks such as scanning and faxing.
What the Program Entails SWCHC is well known for its excellent Community Health Centre (CHC) model and its professional health services team, but it has also become a leader in offering a wide range of community-building activities and advocacy programs. Our team of doctors, nurses, dietitians and more offer a range of medical services.
What You’ll Do SWCHC is looking for an experienced Medical Office Assistant to work in our busy Primary Health Care clinics. _________________________________________________________ What We’re Looking For
◈ Your Education Path Medical Office Assistant diploma (an asset) ◈ Life and Work Experience 3–5 years’ experience in a clinic setting Knowledge of PS Suite (an asset) Successful criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening ◈ Required Language Fluency in English required. Working knowledge of French preferred Other languages considered an asset. What You Bring to the Table Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in an interprofessional environment Excellent communication skills Proficient computer skills Commitment to the principles of health equity, inclusion, and anti-racism/anti-oppression _________________________________________________________ Your Day-to-Day at a Glance
As our Medical Office Assistant, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Scheduling clients Appointment registration Answering phones Maintaining medical files Scanning Faxing
_________________________________________________________ Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer who values the diversity of individuals in our programs and services.
This posting is for a currently vacant position that we intend to fill through this recruitment process We welcome and encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, Two-Spirit, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity seeking groups.
Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.
We sincerely appreciate your interest in working with us.
Due to high volume of applicants, we can neither confirm receipt of nor respond to inquiries regarding your application.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in a clinic setting and possess a Medical Office Assistant diploma. Proficiency in English is required, and a successful criminal reference check including vulnerable sector screening is mandatory.
Market context
In Ontario, Medical Office Assistant openings are often driven by ongoing clinic and outpatient administrative needs, so employers tend to look for candidates who can step in with minimal training. This role is competitive because it asks for 3–5 years of clinic experience, a Medical Office Assistant diploma, strong English proficiency, and a clear criminal reference check with vulnerable sector screening. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience matches the screening and benefits package before applying.
