About the Role
The Carefirst Family Health Team (FHT) is seeking a full-time permanent Clerical Assistant to join their innovative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based care.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and clinical support to the Executive Director and Director of Strategy Planning & Development/Administrative Lead.
- Assist with the preparation of meeting materials (i.e. agendas, accurate minutes) and administrative reports/documents.
- Support the coordination of staff activities and meetings.
- Assist in preparation of board meeting, including provision of secretarial support, preparation of necessary documents.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field, e.g. Office Management and Healthcare Administration.
- At least 1 year of administrative experience, in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Well organized and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- Available to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Fluent in English and a second language that reflects the community served, such as Cantonese, Mandarin, is an asset.
- A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year.
Skills
- Microsoft Office
Location
- Scarborough
- Markham
- Richmond Hill
- Stouffville
Work Type
- Full Time Permanent
- On-site
Experience Level
- 1+ years administrative experience
Education Level
- Post-secondary education in Office Management and Healthcare Administration
Salary/Compensations
- $37,000 - $39,000 annually
Benefits
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- HOOPP
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Training and Education Subsidy
About the Company
- Carefirst FHT is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive primary care through a collaborative, team-based model that includes family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, service navigators, dieticians, physiotherapists, and medical receptionists.
- They have a robust Chronic Disease Management and Prevention program, including a Diabetes Education Program, and are actively involved in many of the Ontario Health Team’s primary care initiatives.
- Their “Hub & Spoke Model” and strong community partnerships ensure coordinated, high-quality, patient‑centred care across the continuum.
- They work closely with Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association to provide truly integrated services.
- On‑site & Integrated Programs/Services include: Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services), MINT Memory Clinic, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program, Specialist Clinics: psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology, optometry, geriatric medicine, gynecology, chiropody, rheumatology, physiotherapy, and audiology.
- They currently operate four well-established clinics across Scarborough, Markham and Richmond Hill, and continue to expand in Markham and Stouffville to support continued growth and community needs.
Equal Opportunity
- Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer.
- They are also committed to an environment that is barrier free.
- If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
