Internationally Trained Physician/International Medical Graduate - PAP Tech

at  Appletree Medical Group

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Pap Technician Medical Assistant position is designed for International Medical Graduates or Internationally Trained Physicians. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to gain knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system while actively pursuing medical licensing in North America. The Pap Technician Medical Assistant works under the supervision of a physician, acting as a technician and assistant, serving as the “eyes and ears” of the doctor in the exam room.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Pap Technician, you will perform routine pap smear exams, including the following:

• Travel to various clinics within the Toronto GTA area, including Toronto-East, North York, Downtown, Etobicoke, Brampton, and Mississauga, to perform pap tests.
• Pap and cervical screening.
• Prepare supplies and explain the procedure to the patient.
• Perform the pap examination.
• Notify patients of applicable updates and follow-ups.
• Perform other duties as required.

AS A PAP TECHNICIAN, YOU WILL ALSO BE FULLY TRAINED AND RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Proper registration of patients administratively (e.g., reception, scheduling, collecting payments, etc.).
• Proper preparation of patients clinically (e.g., hosting the patient in the exam room and performing triage).
• Applying scripts, scenarios, and clinical skills appropriately.
• Utilizing the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (EMR Advantage) efficiently.
• Ensuring consistent inventory levels through daily stocking of exam rooms and other clinic areas.
• Following proper opening and/or closing procedures for the clinic.
• Managing records and documentation as part of administrative duties.
• Training in one or more specialty programs (e.g., Travel Medicine, Allergy Testing, Foot Care, and Wellbaby) after successful completion of a three-month probationary review.
• Maintaining a clean and quiet environment by cleaning and sanitizing exam rooms, foyers, and bathrooms.
• Performing additional duties as required.