Clerical Assistant Ii - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Clerical Assistant II
Position #
:917352

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Laboratory Medicine Program, Pathology

Salary:
$ $23.71 per hour

Hours: 35 Hours per week; All Shifts

Status:
T emporary Full Time (1 year contract)

Posted Date:
April 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 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.

Position Summary
As a member of the Pathology team, the clerical staff work in a dynamic, collaborative, quality-focused environment. Clerical staff interact with technical, medical and management staff at UHN, in addition to external clients and partnering hospitals.

The Clerical Assistant II will have opportunity to exercise judgment and decision-making in the provision of moderately complex support service.

Duties

Performing clerical, statistical and financial processing activities
Proofreading, typing/word processing and inputting data/information
Providing support with the maintenance of electronic and paper information filing/retrieval methods, systems and/or formats
Performing additional clerical functions, crossfunctional support functions and other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

Completion of Grade XII (12) or recognized equivalent
Six (6) months recent related experience
Experience with pathology report preparation preferred
Related experience in a diagnostic clinical laboratory
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
Good organizational and time management skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good 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
Ability to perform routine work independently
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 compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
Wellness services & offerings
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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-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.

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 confidentially.

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