Medical Administrative Assistant

Location: Toronto, ON (Fully On-site)
Language: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required
Duration: 2-week temporary assignment, with potential extension 
Background Check Requirement: Not required

About the Opportunity
Our healthcare sector partner is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant to provide immediate support within a busy specialty clinic environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and service-oriented professional who enjoys helping teams stay coordinated and ensuring daily operations run smoothly.

Working closely with physician leaders and administrative staff, you will play a key role in managing clinic schedules, coordinating appointments, and supporting patient-facing administrative processes. This short-term assignment offers valuable exposure to a fast-paced healthcare setting and is ideal for someone who can quickly adapt and contribute from day one.

What’s In It for You
• Opportunity to gain experience in a specialized healthcare environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Potential for assignment extension based on operational needs

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll manage and maintain clinic schedules for physician leaders within a specialty medical division
• You’ll coordinate patient appointments and liaise with internal departments to support efficient clinic operations
• You’ll respond to phone calls, voicemails, and email inquiries from patients and healthcare providers
• You’ll process medical documentation, maintain electronic records, and organize patient charts
• You’ll provide day-to-day administrative support to physicians and division leadership
• You’ll help ensure smooth clinic operations through effective communication, organization, and attention to detail

Skills and Qualifications
• 2+ years of administrative support experience in a healthcare
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.