Receptionist/ Secretary
.50 FTE
Longlac Site
One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.
We are currently seeking a .50 FTE Receptionist for the Longlac site. A valuable member of the Community Health Centre team, is responsible for all functions at reception including, greeting clients, obtaining health information, translation as necessary in French for the public and visitors, monitoring client flow in the clinic, handling incoming telephone calls, scheduling appointments, filing medical charts and updating the client databases.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Three to five years’ experience as a receptionist, preferably in a clinical setting or human service organization.
Demonstrated ability to perform well dealing with multiple demands.
Bilingualism in French is an asset and preferred.
Excellent organizational skills, judgment, tact and problem solving skills.
A professional and friendly telephone manner and experience in dealing with the public in a mature sensitive and helpful manner in person and by telephone.
Good knowledge of medical terminology and high proficiency/accuracy in word processing, and data entry skills.
Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within populations who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQIA+, newcomers, non-insured).
Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle.
How to Apply:
Please visit https://norwestchc.org/team/
The deadline for applicants is Friday, August 8, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
This position is open until filled
Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts with your online application. Cover Letters can be addressed to:
Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL
NorWest Community Health Centres
525 Simpson Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6
FAX: 622-7637
www.norwestchc.org
NWCHC’s is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
