Administrative Assistant I, General - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Posting #915787

Position:
Administrative Assistant I, General

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Mental Health in Medicine Clinic

Reports to:
Manager

Scale/Grade:
A005

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Day Shift)

Salary:
$21.07 to $26.34 per hour

Status:
Temporary Full-Time (6 month contract with possibility of extension)

University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of
Administrative Assistant I, General in our
Mental Health in Medicine clinic.

The Energy of the City. The Rewards of a Great Career._

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 groundbreaking 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. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here

The Mental Health in Medicine Clinic supports UHN's priority to integrate physical and mental wellness throughout the healthcare system.

Patients from transitional-aged youth to the elderly benefit from the Mental Health in Medicine Clinic.

Through this service, patients have access to psychiatrists and a nurse practitioner who specialize in managing mental health conditions among patients with complex medical conditions.

Patients also receive social work assistance navigating the complexities of the physical and mental health systems, as well as the programs that support the social determinants of health (e.g. income support, housing, food security, etc.).

POSITION:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
Completion of a recognized postsecondary office/medical administration program at the certificate level or equivalent
Two (2) years related administrative support experience
Previous onthejob computer/wordprocessing, database and spreadsheet software experience required; experience in a Microsoft Office environment preferred.
Experience working in a health care environment an asset
Fluency in a second language is considered an asset (Portuguese, Mandarin, or Cantonese)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
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 situations
Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards
Knowledge of medical terminology an asset

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Posted Date:
March 16, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.

UHN thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to:

all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position.

Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.