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Eligibility
To be eligible
for membership, you must fall under one of the categories outlined below.
To keep your membership in good standing, you are required to renew your
membership on or before December 31 each year.
Active Membership
-
any person who
is currently working in the health care environment or teachers of a medical
administration program at a community or business college
Associate
Membership
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any person not
currently working in the health care environment but was previously employed
in such for a two-year period and wishes to retain an interest in the Association
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any health care
worker who is temporarily unemployed but plans to return to employment
in the health care environment
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a graduate of a recognized
Medical Secretarial Program, in the process of obtaining employment in the
medical field
International
Membership
-
any person currently
working in the health care environment who is living outside of Ontario/Canada
Student
Member
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any person enrolled
in the second year of a Medical Office Administration program at a provincial
community college or at a private business college
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student memberships
are only valid for one year
Benefits
Additional benefits through branch associations
Social
Activities, Meeting with Colleagues
Preferred
insurance rates through MCFBedard Group
Inc.
on:
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Prescription Drug Coverage
Health Care Coverage
Hospitalization Expenses
Out-of-Country
Dental Care
Group Retirement Programs (RRSP, Pension)
To register as
a member, please complete the application
form and forward to us with the appropriate payment. Membership expires
December 31st of each year. Individuals who register for membership after
July 31 are eligible for a pro-rated fee. Please contact the office for
more information.
Testimonials
Look at what some have said about the
Association:
“The minimal membership fee will pay for itself many times over in increased
efficiency and productivity. Regular educational seminars are offered on
topics pertinent to your office practice. Informal "networking" at monthly
meetings invariably yields useful tips and tricks which benefit your practice
efficiency. Moreover, your secretary will appreciate many benefits of membership,
including access to discounted home and car insurance among others.”
“I've noticed a difference since I began paying my secretary's OMSA dues.
Her knowledge base has expanded, the accuracy and efficiency of her work
has increased, and her sense of being a valued member of the practice management
teams is reflected in everything she does. I don't need to worry about
the "front office" anymore.”
William A. Easton,
MD
Chair, NPACT
Treasurer,
OMA District 11
Executive Committee,
CMPA
"I just wanted to let you know
that my husband, Frank, hired a secretary this week. The secretary was found
thanks to your website, and she is a member of your organization. Her name is
Shirley, and we are thrilled to have her. We did put an add in the Star as
well, but the applicants were not qualified as a whole. Maybe one or two were
pseudo qualified. Anyhow, thanks very much for all your help, and let us know
if you require anything from us in the future."
Bridgette
Toronto, ON
"I filled the position today
with your applicant, K.D. I'm grateful for all your kind help during the
search process."
"I will gladly recommend
your service to my colleagues who are seeking staff and will also keep you in
mind for my future staffing needs."
"Thanks again for your help."
"Yours Truly,"
Stuart Dyment MD
Toronto, ON
"Good Morning!"
"I would just like to let you know that I got the job for a Medical
Transcriptionist posted on your website. I haven't started yet, but Dr. C.
already spoke with me last week and confirmed that I got the job. I am so
thankful that I joined OMSA. The work that is being offered to me is work from
home, which is the kind of part-time job that I've been looking for as I am
working full-time here at the hospital. The work will be picked up and drop
off to their office. I'm really so happy and excited that I got the job.
Anyway, I am so glad I joined OMSA and was able to get the kind of
part-time job that I really like and I am so blessed to work for Dr.T. a very
nice young MD.
A.Z.
Medical Office
Administrator
Toronto, ON
"Hi, my name is T.D. and I joined the association right out of
school back in May 2004."
"I just wanted to say I am so thankful for the association and your
help. Through your job listing I have found the perfect job for me. Thank you
again."
T.D.
Medical Office
Administrator
Toronto, ON
Re: Job Posting Board
"This is such a great service that the association is providing for the
members. I am totally impressed and grateful."
"Many thanks"
C.L.
Medical Office
Administrator
Toronto, ON
"Thank you
again. I find the OMSA-HCA website very useful and will continue to use it
throughout my career as a Medical Secretary."
P.R.
Medical Office
Administrator
Scarborough, ON
"I have just viewed the new web page of OMSA-HCA. It is very
professional and convincing. I am proud to tell everybody that I am a member
of it."
"Thank you very much for providing my information to the SMS Clinic. A
lady left me a message today and asked if I am interested in a job
opportunity. However, I have started working for Dr.K, a neurologist, since
last Tuesday. I should have informed you earlier. I feel so sorry about
this."
"I am so happy that I did not have much difficulty in getting this job.
I believe that the designation of CMS coupled with being a member of
the OMSA-HCA made my resume stand out from the others."
"Your encouragement and support are greatly appreciated. Thank you
again."
S.L.
Medical Office
Administrator
Scarborough, ON
"I find the OMSA member benefit has been very helpful to me, and
you are very supportive. I appreciate it."
A.G.
Medical Office
Administrator
Aurora ,
ON
“Although I had taken the medical secretary course at Conestoga College,
I felt that taking the CMS course was an excellent way to review aspects
of the program that I was not currently using in my present position. It
was also an excellent way to prepare for possible job change, something
that I feel is critical to maintain in the current job marketplace.”
Laurie Hultgren,
CMS
Past President
“I would highly recommend membership in the OMSA. We are a great peer support
network, as well as a great bunch of ladies (and some men) working in a
profession that is, I feel, very rewarding.”
Tina Powers,
CMS
Past President, 2002-2004
Education Chair Person
President - Oshawa Branch
“Being a member of OMSA has allowed me to experience tours of many health
care facilities in Peterborough. Also, speakers at both conventions and
local meetings have expanded my knowledge of medical topics, i.e. new techniques.
Some of this knowledge I have been able to bring back to my job.”
Lorraine Robinson
Peterborough
County House Representative
Manager, Client
Information & Support Services
Peterborough
Community Access Centre
“On a vary practical level, because I have been more aware of education
seminars, and have attended events put on by the OMSA I have increased
the salary of my employees and as such also reap this benefit. I don't
believe anyone has 100% job security and belonging to a professional organization
and meeting other women from around the area has provided me with excellent
networking opportunities as well as providing this same opportunity for
other colleagues.”
Penny Fennell
Ottawa
Representative
Medical Office
Administrator
“I have very fond memories of all the years I spent with (members of the
OMSA) being instrumental in the setting up of the Certification Program,
serving on numerous committees, and being active in the OMSA for over 20
years have greatly assisted me in overcoming my shyness, giving me confidence,
building my character, and achieving my goals in life. The many friendships
I made are invaluable and very precious to me.”
Joyce Carbone,
CMS
Past President
Owner/Operator
of Celerity Portable Office Services Inc., Timmins, ON
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