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About the role

  • Patient Appointment Coordinator scheduling patients for Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada’s mobile Eye Van clinic. Managing referrals, medical records, OHIP support, and appointment coordination across Northern Ontario.

Responsibilities

  • Complete the booking process for patients’ appointments within a distinct geographic area
  • Prepare patient clinic appointment schedules for each town
  • Update patient demographics and referral information
  • Coordinate information received through fax and inform appropriate staff
  • Maintain a comprehensive list of referring health care providers and Eye Van doctors
  • Review and prepare patient recall lists to support appointment scheduling
  • Provide information about the Eye Van Program and VLRC services and resources
  • Flag urgent or critical situations to the Supervisor or designated staff
  • Accurately enter patient information into the medical database in a timely manner
  • Scan documents into the electronic medical database using naming convention standards
  • Manage workload and patient appointment schedules effectively and efficiently
  • Process appointment cancellations and changes and advise appropriate staff
  • Support updates for OHIP codes and reports, correction of OHIP billing errors, and payment reports
  • Communicate with health care organizations regarding patient referrals to the Eye Van and other organizations or specialists
  • Provide administrative support related to the pre- and post-Eye Van tour, General Manager, and other team members
  • Work independently and collaboratively with the team and other departments
  • Participate in service evaluation and program planning processes as needed
  • Follow established guidelines, policies, procedures, service standards, and practices
  • Consult with the Supervisor on complex issues and maintain privacy and confidentiality

Requirements

  • Proficient level of knowledge working with medical applications and software related to and including the management of caseloads
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Sensitivity to the needs of persons with vision loss
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
  • Detail-oriented, with ability to enter data accurately
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software and database management and willingness to learn new software applications
  • Knowledge of eye conditions and blindness prevention would be an asset
  • A college diploma in medical administration or 3 years working experience within an administrative function
  • Proficient typing and keyboarding skills
  • OHIP billing experience and knowledge of medical software are considered assets
  • Bilingual in French and English is considered an asset
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Successful candidate must pass a standard Vulnerable Sector Check

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries and benefits
  • Flexible schedules
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Accommodation for applicants with disabilities at any stage of the hiring process
  • Inclusive, fair, transparent, and accessible recruitment process
  • Standard Vulnerable Sector Check required for the successful candidate

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$24 per hour

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Location requirements

HybridSudburyCanada

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