Regional Medical Assistant

Job summary

Prepare patients for provider evaluations by documenting histories, measuring vital signs, reviewing medications, and updating electronic medical records. Coordinate clinic and patient flow, ensure investigations and examination rooms are ready, support access to multidisciplinary care, download diabetes devices, and assist with administrative duties.

Job details

LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes & endocrinology. We’re transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than ever before. LMC has 11 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence located in 2 provinces (Ontario and Alberta). Our 50+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals. Our growing team is looking for a Regional Medical Assistant, supporting our LMC GTA East clinics (ex. Vaughan, Downtown, Bayview & Scarborough), on a permanent part-time basis (minimum 4 days/week). Access to a reliable vehicle for travel to various LMC sites is required. Responsibilities: Prepares the patient for the provider’s evaluation, which includes but is not limited to: documenting medical history, measuring vital signs, and recording the information in the patient's chart appropriately. Reviews the patient’s medication list for accuracy, and records patient’s social and medical history in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Coordinates the flow of patients within the clinic to ensure the efficient use of the facility and the providers’ schedules. Ensures that patient’s required investigations are available and liaises with medical facilities or by means of electronic software. Promotes comprehensive and coordinated patient care by ensuring that the patient has access to, and is aware of, the entire LMC multidisciplinary team. Prepares the examination rooms with necessary medical and office supplies. Downloads various diabetes devices. Attends required departmental and companywide meetings. Assists with various administrative duties, as assigned. Individuals in this position will be cross trained by other departments to be able to assist them should the need arise. Requirements: Access to a reliable vehicle for travel to various LMC sites is required. Previous experience as a Personal Support Worker, Medical Laboratory or Pharmacy Technician. Previous experience as a Medical Assistant (MA) or Nurse. Experience working in a medical office environment. Proficient in medication review. Proficient knowledge of Electronic Medical Records. Sound knowledge of medical terminology. Proficient computer and typing skills. Compensation range: The expected compensation for the position is $19-$21/hourly. Actual compensation will be based on a candidate's credentials, experience and geographic location in which the position is located. AI Disclosure: LMC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select candidates for this position. Position Vacancy: This position is for an existing vacancy. LMC Healthcare is an organization committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted. We thank all candidates, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Prepare patients for provider evaluations by documenting histories, measuring vital signs, reviewing medications, and updating electronic medical records. Coordinate clinic and patient flow, ensure investigations and examination rooms are ready, support access to multidisciplinary care, download diabetes devices, and assist with administrative duties.

Requirements

Candidates must have access to a reliable vehicle and experience in a relevant healthcare role or medical office environment. The role requires proficiency in medication review, electronic medical records, medical terminology, computers, and typing.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Évaluation · Preferred
• Vital Signs · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• reliable vehicle · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Accuracy · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Administrative · Preferred
• Reliable · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Patient Preparation
• Vital Signs Measurement
• Medical History Documentation
• Medication Review
• Electronic Medical Records
• Patient Flow Coordination
• Medical Terminology
• Diabetes Device Downloads
• Computer Skills
• Typing Skills
• Clinic Administration
• Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
• Office Supply Management
• Vital Signs
• Administrative Functions
• Medical Records
• Medical Laboratory
• Communication
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Electronic Medical Record
• Endocrinology
• Medical Assistance
• Medical Office Procedures
• Typing
• Investigation

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Regional Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Assistants

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