CharityVillage

We require a casual MOA for a busy women's health clinic in East Vancouver. Before you apply, please check our website (www.ewhc.ca) to ensure that your interests and values align with our mission. You must thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary, team environment.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about women's health, autonomy and well-being. You must be compassionate, open-minded, and have a high degree of patience.

Must be generally available during the daytime Monday to Friday, to cover vacation leaves and for short-notice coverage.

Job Summary:

• Operate a multi-line telephone system
• Conduct client intake by telephone, including scheduling / confirming client appointments and taking medical histories
• Arrange appointments for clients and interact with other organizations 
• Oversee the admission of all visitors and deliveries

This position involves Internet, medical booking software, word processing and spreadsheets, and administrative support functions including compiling and filing charts, and communicating with health care personnel, clients and external agencies.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 and completion of Medical Office Assistant course
• Two years' recent and relevant work experience, or a combination of education and experience, which may include one year work / volunteer experience with a women's health / advocacy organization
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• A patient and caring manner; ability to thrive in a busy work environment
• A strong commitment to women's reproductive rights
• As we have a multicultural client base, knowledge of a 2nd language, especially Punjabi, Spanish, or Mandarin, would be an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal with sensitive and cross-cultural scenarios
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team atmosphere
• Attention to detail as well as multi-tasking skills are needed
• Ability to organize work, to set priorities and to take initiative

Please submit a recent resume as well as a cover letter that describes why you would be a good fit for this opportunity. We will not respond to resumes that do not include a personalized cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as received and early applications are encouraged.