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Remote Receptionist Assistant Jobs in Toronto, ON

Administrative Assistant

Mississauga, ON · On-site +1

CA$57K - CA$76K/yr

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Administrative Assistant

Mississauga, ON · On-site +1

CA$57K - CA$76K/yr

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe ...

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Remote Receptionist Assistant information

What is the difference between Remote Receptionist Assistant vs Virtual Administrative Assistant?

FeatureRemote Receptionist AssistantVirtual Administrative Assistant
CredentialsBasic office skills, communication skillsOffice management, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentHome office, client sitesHome office, multiple clients
Employer & Industry UsageSmall businesses, healthcare, legalCorporate, startups, nonprofits
Common Search IntentCustomer calls, appointment schedulingData entry, email management

Remote Receptionist Assistants primarily handle front-desk tasks like answering calls and scheduling, while Virtual Administrative Assistants perform broader administrative duties. Both roles work remotely and require strong communication skills, but their focus and responsibilities differ based on client needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote receptionist assistant?

To thrive as a Remote Receptionist Assistant, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in managing calls and scheduling are essential, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with virtual phone systems, calendar management software, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools is typically required. Excellent verbal communication, multitasking, and a friendly, professional demeanor help create positive client interactions remotely. These skills and qualities ensure smooth operations, high client satisfaction, and effective remote support for businesses.

What is a remote receptionist assistant?

A Remote Receptionist Assistant is a professional who handles typical front desk and administrative duties for a business or organization while working from a remote location. Their responsibilities often include answering calls, scheduling appointments, managing emails, and providing customer service through digital channels. By working remotely, they help businesses maintain efficient communication and organization without needing to be physically present in the office. This role often relies on strong communication skills and proficiency with various office software and virtual communication tools.

What does a remote receptionist assistant do?

Remote Receptionist Assistants typically juggle multiple phone lines, emails, and scheduling requests while working from home or another remote location. Success in this role often depends on strong organizational skills, effective use of digital tools, and clear communication with both clients and team members. Many companies utilize cloud-based software for call routing, appointment management, and team collaboration, which helps streamline tasks and prevent overlaps. Regular check-ins with supervisors and clear protocols for handling urgent matters are also key to maintaining smooth operations and excellent service.

Specialiste bilingue des services aux patients - Hub (PSS Hub) / Bilingual Hub Patient Services S...

McKesson

Mississauga, ON • Remote

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


McKesson rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

A propos du poste

Nous sommes a la recherche d'un(e) Specialiste des services aux patients - Hub pour rejoindre notre equipe du Programme de soutien aux patients (PSP) dans le cadre d'un contrat de 12 mois. Dans ce role entierement a distance, vous fournirez un soutien administratif et operationnel afin d'assurer que les patients, les professionnels de la sante et les partenaires recoivent un service rapide et exact.

Il s'agit d'un poste de niveau debutant dans le domaine du soutien en sante, ou vous contribuerez a la prestation du programme aux patients en soutenant les inscriptions, les processus de remboursement et les activites de service a la clientele, tout en travaillant selon des procedures et des lignes directrices etablies.

Ce que vous ferez :
  • Soutenir les processus d'inscription et d'admission des patients conformement aux exigences du programme.
  • Repondre aux demandes entrantes et sortantes des patients et des professionnels de la sante en utilisant des scripts et des documents approuves.
  • Aider a coordonner les communications entre les patients, les professionnels de la sante, les pharmacies, les assureurs et les equipes internes.
  • Effectuer la saisie de donnees et le traitement de la documentation (p. ex., formulaires d'inscription, documents de remboursement, dossiers de laboratoire ou de perfusion).
  • Soutenir les activites de remboursement, y compris la collecte de documents et les suivis.
  • Maintenir des dossiers exacts et assurer l'integrite des donnees dans les systemes.
  • Identifier et transmettre les problemes non routiniers selon les processus etablis.
  • Assurer la conformite aux normes de confidentialite, reglementaires (GxP) et du programme.
  • Contribuer aux niveaux de service de l'equipe en completant les taches de facon precise et dans les delais.
Exigences de base :
  • Formation postsecondaire (diplome collegial ou combinaison equivalente de formation et d'experience).
  • Poste de niveau debutant; generalement 0 a 2 ans d'experience pertinente en service a la clientele, administration en sante ou centre d'appels.
  • Bilingue (anglais/francais).
  • Grande attention aux details et capacite a suivre des processus structures.
  • Capacite demontree a effectuer avec precision des taches de saisie de donnees et administratives.
  • Maitrise de base de l'informatique (Microsoft Office, systemes de donnees/documentation).
  • Bonnes habiletes de communication pour gerer des demandes courantes.
Competences / experience souhaitees :
  • Experience dans un programme de soutien aux patients (PSP), le secteur de la sante, la pharmacie ou les assurances.
  • Experience ou exposition aux processus de remboursement, de facturation ou de verification des assurances.
  • Familiarite avec les systemes CRM ou les flux de travail lies a la documentation en sante.
Environnement de travail et exigences :
  • Poste principalement de type administratif necessitant une utilisation prolongee de l'ordinateur.
  • Peut necessiter la gestion de taches administratives et de communications a volume eleve dans un environnement structure et rapide.

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About the Role

We are seeking a Hub Patient Services Specialist to join our Patient Support Program (PSP) team on a 12-month contract. In this fully remote role, you will provide administrative and operational support to ensure patients, healthcare providers, and partners receive timely and accurate service.

This is an entry-level healthcare support role where you will contribute to patient program delivery by supporting enrollment, reimbursement processes, and customer service activities, working within established procedures and guidelines.

What You'll Do:

  • Support patient enrollment and onboarding processes in alignment with program requirements.
  • Respond to inbound and outbound patient and provider inquiries using approved scripts and materials.
  • Assist in coordinating communication between patients, healthcare professionals, pharmacies, insurers, and internal teams.
  • Perform data entry and documentation processing (e.g., enrollment forms, reimbursement documents, lab or infusion records).
  • Support reimbursement activities, including document collection and follow-ups.
  • Maintain accurate records and data integrity across systems.
  • Identify and escalate non-routine issues following established processes.
  • Ensure compliance with privacy, regulatory (GxP), and program standards.
  • Contribute to team service levels by completing tasks accurately and on time.

Basic Requirements:

  • Post-secondary education (college diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Entry-level role; 0-2 years of relevant experience in customer service, healthcare administration, or call center environments is typical.
  • Bilingual (English/French).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform data entry and administrative tasks accurately.
  • Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, data/document systems).
  • Strong communication skills for handling routine inquiries.

Preferred Skills / Experience:

  • Experience in a Patient Support Program (PSP), healthcare, pharmacy, or insurance environment.
  • Exposure to reimbursement, billing, or benefits verification processes.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems or healthcare documentation workflows.

Work Environment & Requirements:

  • Primarily a desk-based role requiring extended computer use.
  • May require managing high-volume administrative tasks and communications in a structured, fast-paced environment.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, pleaseclick here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$42,500 - $70,900

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.


McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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