Clerical Assistant Ii, Transfusion Medicine - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Clerical Assistant II, Transfusion Medicine
Posting#: 922440

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Laboratory Medicine Program, Transfusion Medicine

Reports to:
Manager

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Salary:
$18.97 to $23.71 hourly

Shifts:
Day Shift; 3 shifts per week

Status:
Permanent Part-Time

Posted Date:
June 13, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

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 Summary
Join UHN's Laboratory Medicine Program, Canada's largest hospital diagnostic lab and a global leader in academic labs.

With over 30 million tests per year and 1,300 outpatients served daily, we are at the forefront of pathology and clinical testing.

Embrace innovation and contribute to ground-breaking research, education, and exemplary service.

Join our dynamic team of 700 dedicated staff and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of laboratory medicine.

The division of Transfusion Medicine Department specializes in performing clerical, statistical and financial processing activities. As a valued member of TeamLMP, you will play a key role in dynamic, collaborative, quality-focused patient care environment.

As a member of the Transfusion Medicine team, the clerical staff will work alongside technical, medical and management staff at UHN, in addition to external clients.

Duties

Proofreading, typing/word processing and inputting data/information (TESS system)
Prepare and maintain moderately complex reports, databases, statements, forms, records (i.e. Transfusion notification letters) and other documentation/material
Provide support with the maintenance of electronic and paperbased information, including filing/retrieval systems
Performing additional clerical functions, crossfunctional support functions and other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
Clinical laboratory experience, preferred
Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office, required
Experience with laboratory information systems, preferred
Experience with diagnostic report preparation, preferred
Strong knowledge of Medical Terminology, required
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent telephone, interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to produce work in accordance with Hospital standards
Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
Problem solving skills with good decision making
General knowledge of processes, procedures and standards
Experience working in a health care environment, preferred

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.

Competitive offer packages
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, onsite gyms, etc.)

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 to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentia