Ward Clerk - Simcoe, Canada - Norfolk General Hospital

Norfolk General Hospital

Verified Company

Simcoe, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Title:
Ward Clerk

Position Status:
Part-Time Float Pool

Rate of Pay:
$ $ Rate)

Posting No: 23-66RP

Posting Date:
July 24, 2023
**Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2023

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Must practice confidentiality and discretion in patient/record contacts in accordance with Hospital policy;
Assembles patient records and forms for patient admission, discharge & Health Records;
Transcription of physicians' orders;
Books patient appointments and transportation;
Directs inquiries to appropriate nursing staff;
Notifies Admitting Department of admissions, discharges, transfers, etc.;
Callin staff as required;
Sends requisitions, specimens, etc. to appropriate department;
Enter and verify orders into Meditech system;
Ability to push/pull medical equipment; stock medical supplies,
Adherence to all health and safety policies, procedures and provisions and the recognition and reporting of unsafe hazards and

work practices.

Education & Qualifications

Graduate of a postsecondary program in Medical Office Administration or equivalent education and experience that also

includes Medical Terminology from accredited institution;

Minimum one (1) year experience in a Hospital or medical office setting;
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, computer and keyboarding skills;
Meditech experience;
Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team;
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a timely, responsive and courteous manner;
Detail oriented and organized, with excellent followup skills;
Ability to multitask; triage/prioritize tasks in a very fast paced environment; ability to change focus when situations warrant a

change in priority to meet patient care and deadlines;

Demonstrated commitment to Patient rights.

Hours of Work

Currently scheduled days
Must be available to work a variety of days hours. Weekends and Holidays required

About Us
Located in Simcoe, Ontario, Norfolk General Hospital provides exceptional healthcare to a municipality of approximately 69,000
people. Our area of focus provides a continuum of service throughout the life span of the people we serve including Emergency,
Critical Care, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Medicine, Surgery, and Complex Continuing Care. Employing approximately 550 highly
skilled and dedicated employees, Norfolk General Hospital continues to be a full service 106-bed hospital with round the clock
on-call coverage of Specialists in Surgery, Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, and Obstetrics, as well as on-site 24 hour per day
medical coverage.

How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit a

July 31, 2023
In order to ensure equal opportunities during the recruitment and selection process, Norfolk General Hospital and Norfolk Hospital
Nursing Home provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities, upon request.
Norfolk General Hospital and Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home thanks all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those
applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.