Administrative Assistant Iii - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Administrative Assistant III
Job Posting #919398

Site:
Toronto General Hospital Research Institute (TGHRI) & McEwen Stem Cell Institute (McEwen)

Reports to:
TGHRI Business Planning & Operations Manager /McEwen Research Business Manager
Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week

Salary:
$50, $63, To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status:
Permanent Full Time

Posted Date:
May 11, 2023

Closing date:
May 25, 2023

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 at UHN.

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 transformational 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

The Administrative Assistant III will support Scientists at the Toronto General Hospital Research Institute (TGHRI) or the McEwen Stem Cell Institute, and will interact closely with scientists, laboratory personnel, hospital administrators and the TGHRI/McEwen Directorate offices, to ensure effective research operations.

Duties
This position will also support general endeavours of TGHRI/McEwen.

Under the direction of the Manager, the Administrative Assistant will participate in various administrative activities associated with TGHRI/McEwen to foster effective and efficient communications and best practices across the Research Institute.

Qualifications

At minimum, completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
Completion of a recognized business or medical postsecondary administrative program at the diploma level
Four (4) years related administrative assistant experience required
Comprehensive knowledge of health care/research, organizational/budgeting practices, procedures and standards
Expert Microsoft office skills including Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel
Demonstrated ability to function as a productive team member
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to produce high quality, detailoriented, accurate work, in accordance with Hospital standards
Ability to work well under pressure and use good judgment in assessing and responding to difficult situations
Ability to establish, maintain, and adhere to priorities
Experience working in a research/health care environment and knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Excellent organizational and time management skills required
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills required

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.

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 the TTC 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.

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.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.