JOB OPPORTUNITY NOTICE

Position: Administrative Assistant

Status: Full-Time, Permanent

Division: General Surgery (Breast Surgery Unit), General Campus

Salary Range: $24.46 – $29.23/hr

Start Date: January 2027

Vacancy Disclosure: new vacancy

The Breast Surgery Unit in the Division of General Surgery within The Department of Surgery is looking for a full time, permanent Administrative Assistant. Please see below for the details.

Under the general direction of the Surgeon(s), the Administrative Assistant provides a full range of administrative and clinical support services. This position requires regular interaction with patients, surgeons, trainees, nurses, and other hospital staff. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Scheduling ORs and patient appointments (clinics and special tests)
- Updating and maintaining patient records
- Managing calendars, meetings, calls, and correspondence
- Coordinating the Fellowship program
- Performing other administrative duties as required in a fast-paced clinical environment

QUALIFICATIONS

- Completion of a High School Diploma
- Completion of a Medical Administrative/Secretarial Diploma (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant in a clinical environment




- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Knowledge of Adobe, EPIC and OHIP billing (preferred)
- Experience using RightFax
- Excellent organizational, prioritization and time-management skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work independently with attention to detail
- Demonstrates initiative, tact, diplomacy and professionalism
- Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Bilingualism (French/English) is considered an asset

COMMENTS TO APPLICANT

We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Department of Surgery is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Pay: $24.46-$29.23 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Experience:

- medical administrative assistant: 2 years (preferred)
- EPIC: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Medical Administrative Assistant (Elmvale - Eastway - Riverview - Riverview Park West)
🏢 The Department of Surgery
📍 Elmvale - Eastway - Riverview - Riverview Park West