Ward Clerk - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

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Description
CUPE JOB POSTING # 917592


Position:
Ward Clerk


Site:
Toronto Western Hospital


Department:
Pre-Admission/Day Surgery


Reports To:
Nurse Manager


Scale/Grade:
Level 57

Salary Range:
$24.89-$25.65 per hour (Start rate: $23.44 per hour in accordance with collective agreement requirements).

Hours:
Staggered start times 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 8:00, 10:00

Status:
Casual


As an integral member of a nursing unit or other clinical department, the principal responsibilities of the WARD CLERK include: performing patient admitting/registration function; performing patient administrative services; organizing and maintaining patient charts, electronic and paper information filing systems(s); performing reception responsibilities; performing unit administrative services; providing routine clerical support services; ensuring efficient operation of the unit, within scope of authority; performing cross-functional duties, as assigned and/or required; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent
  • Completion of a post secondary secretarial arts program at the certificate level or recognized equivalent required
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • General knowledge of office practices, processes and procedures
  • Previous onthejob word processing and spreadsheet experience
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment
  • Experience working in a health care environment an asset
  • Experience working in a Microsoft Office software environment an asset
  • 1 year to less than 2 years practical and related experience and/or 3 months to less than 6 months on the job training
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to handle difficult patients and/or situations
  • Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
  • Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multitask
  • Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
  • Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
  • Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
  • May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations
  • Vaccines (COVID19 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:
April 13, 2023


CLOSING DATE:
April 20, 2023


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.

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