Clinic Office Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Clinic Office Assistant
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The opportunity:
The successful candidate in this position will be providing support and assistance to the health professionals at the Island Lake Renal Dialysis Clinic in Garden Hill, Manitoba. The incumbent functions as the receptionist and medical secretary. This entails an experience working in a medical clinical setting and working with Indigenous patients. Excellent communication and client service skills are required. Professionalism in mannerism and appearance is mandatory. This is a part-time position.
The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:
- Completion of a formal training program in a related discipline from a recognized institute is required.
- Three years of directly related experience in progressively responsible positions in a medical office or healthcare setting required
- A good understanding of the health care system and health practices is required.
- Experience working in a First Nations and/or Inuit Healthcare setting preferred.
- Knowledge of University regulations, programs and procedures, especially as they relate to the Section of First Nations Métis and Inuit Health preferred
- Experience with computers (IBM/PC - Windows) preferred.
- Experience with medical record practices an asset.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Excellent spelling and grammar skills are essential.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with various levels of patients and Health Care Providers, professional, courteous and pleasant demeanour is essential.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of internal and external contacts, exercise initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, professionalism and maintain confidentiality is required.
- Basic understanding of Medical Terminology, strong keyboarding, data entry skills is preferred.
- Ability to organize and handle competing priorities from multiple people, including multiple Healthcare providers and staff at any given time is required.
- Strong time-management, prioritization and organizational skills, with attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure with confidential material is essential.
- Demonstrated good judgement in serving the needs of the unit and patients required.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member, make sound independent judgments, take initiative and problem solve is required
- Must possess a dependable, consistent and reliable work record, including attendance at work.
- Must have clear Criminal Record and Child/Adult Abuse Registry check.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
Why the University of Manitoba?
Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:
- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.
Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers
Closing Date: November 4, 2025
Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.69-$33.63 per hour
Work Location: In person
About University of Manitoba
We attract people from around the world who share our ideals and vision for positive change. We believe in embracing challenges and taking action. Our students, researchers and alumni bring their unique voices to learning and discovery, shaping new ways of doing things and contributing to important conversations in topics that matter most, from human rights to global health to climate change. We are where imagination and action collide.
Clinic Office Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Clinic Office Assistant
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The opportunity:
The successful candidate in this position will be providing support and assistance to the health professionals at the Island Lake Renal Dialysis Clinic in Garden Hill, Manitoba. The incumbent functions as the receptionist and medical secretary. This entails an experience working in a medical clinical setting and working with Indigenous patients. Excellent communication and client service skills are required. Professionalism in mannerism and appearance is mandatory. This is a part-time position.
The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:
- Completion of a formal training program in a related discipline from a recognized institute is required.
- Three years of directly related experience in progressively responsible positions in a medical office or healthcare setting required
- A good understanding of the health care system and health practices is required.
- Experience working in a First Nations and/or Inuit Healthcare setting preferred.
- Knowledge of University regulations, programs and procedures, especially as they relate to the Section of First Nations Métis and Inuit Health preferred
- Experience with computers (IBM/PC - Windows) preferred.
- Experience with medical record practices an asset.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Excellent spelling and grammar skills are essential.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with various levels of patients and Health Care Providers, professional, courteous and pleasant demeanour is essential.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of internal and external contacts, exercise initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, professionalism and maintain confidentiality is required.
- Basic understanding of Medical Terminology, strong keyboarding, data entry skills is preferred.
- Ability to organize and handle competing priorities from multiple people, including multiple Healthcare providers and staff at any given time is required.
- Strong time-management, prioritization and organizational skills, with attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure with confidential material is essential.
- Demonstrated good judgement in serving the needs of the unit and patients required.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member, make sound independent judgments, take initiative and problem solve is required
- Must possess a dependable, consistent and reliable work record, including attendance at work.
- Must have clear Criminal Record and Child/Adult Abuse Registry check.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
Why the University of Manitoba?
Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:
- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.
Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers
Closing Date: November 4, 2025
Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.69-$33.63 per hour
Work Location: In person
About University of Manitoba
We attract people from around the world who share our ideals and vision for positive change. We believe in embracing challenges and taking action. Our students, researchers and alumni bring their unique voices to learning and discovery, shaping new ways of doing things and contributing to important conversations in topics that matter most, from human rights to global health to climate change. We are where imagination and action collide.