Administrative Assistant I - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Position:
Administrative Assistant I

Job Posting #919461

Union:
Non-Union

Site:
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department:
Surgical Oncology / Urology

Reports to:
Physician and Head of Operations (Biospecimen Services Program)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Wage Range or Salary:
$21.07 per hour to $26.34 per hour (to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Status: 1 Year Full Time Contract

Shifts:
N/A

Posted
Date**:
May 11, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the role of a an
Administrative Assistant I in the Surgical Oncology / Urology department.**- Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning.

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses?Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.?

POSITION

The Administrative Assistant I exercises judgment and independence in the performance of secretarial activities, the principal responsibilities include: utilizing knowledge of medical terminology and advanced functions to provide word processing/typing services to facilitate the production of moderate and/or complex documents/materials for assigned personnel; performing reception responsibilities; maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedule; administering and monitoring billing procedures and departmental budgeting records; ensuring efficient operation of the office, within the scope of authority; modifying and maintaining electronic and paper information filing/retrieval methods, systems and/or formats; providing functional supervision to lower classified clerical position(s); performing clerical support functions.

DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
Completion of a medical terminology course
Completion of a recognized postsecondary general or medical office administration program at the diploma level or equivalent
One to two years related medical administrative support experience
Previous onthejob computer/wordprocessing, database and spreadsheet software experience; experience in a Microsoft Office environment
Previous work experience using EPIC (Electronic Patient Record) and PHS (Pathways Healthcare Scheduling) or other electronic systems preferred
Good organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
Intermediate wordprocessing/typing skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal and customer service skills
Sound knowledge of health care, organizational/office practices, procedures and standards
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and collaborate as an active participant with others in assisting with the delivery of care to patients
Ability to maintain and protect patient confidentiality
Ability to produce high quality work in accordance with Hospital standards
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult patient situations

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need