Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle Looking for Medical Office Administrator at Barrie, ON Full Time

Program or Team: Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin – Primary Care Clinics

Location: Barrie – Regional Work Required

Supervisor: Executive Director Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin

Term: 1.00 FTE Temporary (6 months)

Salary: $ 52,568.00 pro-rated

Closing

About the Organization:
The Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle (BANAC) is a regional social planning and development organization which provides innovative programs and service to Indigenous communities in Simcoe County, Muskoka, and York Region, including wholistic Health Services through the Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Primary Care Team. As an Interprofessional Health Care Team, Mamaway team members provide primary care, mental health, traditional healing and health promotion services for Indigenous communities. We provide wholistic services in clinic locations, community and in partnership with mainstream service partners.

About the Role:
The Medical Office Administrator (often referred to as the MOA) is an integral part of the operation of Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin clinics and health services. The MOA is responsible for the efficient and effective support of planning, development, day-to-day operations and organizations of our Indigenous healthcare services. The MOA position works closely with an interdisciplinary team including Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Traditional Healing Coordinator, Therapists, Health Promoters and many other roles. The role provides opportunities for interacting with providers, clients, and communities.

What You Bring:
Relevant knowledge and experience attained through graduation from a recognized College/University in Medical Office Administration or related field.

Phlebotomy certificate and experience and asset

Previous experience working within the Indigenous community, combined with knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and Indigenous cultural practices.

A minimum of 3 year’s experience in a similar position preferably in the nonprofit community health or social service sector

Previous experience in community health/social services and/or values based organization an asset

Previous experience working with interdisciplinary teams

What We Offer:
We provide a generous benefits package, including HOOPP, paid vacation, cultural leave, extended holidays, on-going training opportunities and the opportunity to work in a dynamic community-based environment.

We are happy to connect candidates selected for interviews with a member of the clinical team to ask questions about the role and work experience at BANAC – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin.

Information About Working at BANAC Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin:
Work is typically performed in clinic, office and community settings.

Regular travel to meetings and communities, will be required – vehicle an asset

Regular overtime work may be required from time to time, BANAC team members enjoy a flex schedule agreement

Periodic exposure to smoke may occur from the burning of sacred medicines: Tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar.

Specific employment conditions are specified in an employment contract with BANAC and include the following:

Worksite location

Valid C.P.R. and A.E.D. Certificates required

Valid Class G Ontario Driver’s License is required with clear check for vulnerable sector

Applying to this Job:
Please send your cover letter and resume to lforget@banac.on.ca with the subject line: MOA Hiring Committee

DISCLAIMER: This job posting indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required