Ward Clerk - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Ward Clerk

Job Posting #: 922384

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Vascular/Cardiovascular Surgery

Reports to:
Nurse Manager

Hours:
Up to 22.5 hours per week; weekdays 4-hrs coverage, plus relief

Salary:
$ $23.71 per hour

Status:
Permanent Part-Time

Posted Date:
July 13, 2023

Closing Date:
July 27, 2023

At University Health Network, which consists of Toronto General, Toronto Western, Princess Margaret and Toronto Rehab hospitals, nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees.

UHN focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.

We focus on creating a workplace where people enjoy the challenge of their career, create and engage in best practices and are treated with respect.

The Cardiovascular Surgery Inpatient unit is a dynamic, fast paced 24-bed unit.

State of the art technology and pioneering of new procedures translate into continuous learning and professional development for all staff.

The UHN CV Surgery division has one of the few Canadian myectomy surgery programs, a large adult congenital cardiac surgery programs, and specialized programs such as transapical aortic valve replacements and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD).

Nurses manage patients with pacemakers, chest tubes, and tracheotomies. Ongoing educational programs support advanced roles such as dedicated telemetry nurse and management of patients with ventricular assist devices.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioners provide day-to-day care with the support of an actively involved physician group.

The majority of patients have diagnoses of cardiovascular disease requiring:

Aorto-coronary Bypass Surgery
Cardiac Valve Repair or Replacement
Adult Congenital Heart Repair
Ventricular Assist Device insertion prior to Cardiac Transplant

In support of the efficient operation of the unit, the principal responsibilities of the Ward Clerk include: performing reception responsibilities; providing clerical support; organizing and maintaining patient charts, electronic and paper information filing systems; performing patient administration functions including scheduling and coordinating appointments/meetings/events, maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedules, etc; coordinating unit administrative functions; ensuring the efficient operation of the unit, within the scope of authority; and performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum one (1) year related clerical experience
General knowledge of office practices, processes, and procedures
Previous onthejob computer word processing/spreadsheet experience (MS Office)
Good data entry/keyboarding skills
Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; good people skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills must be able to speak/write English fluently
Good problem solving skills
Ability to produce high quality work in accordance with Hospital standards
Ability to work effectively and safely when dealing with stressful situations
Knowledge of Emergency Assistance Codes
Completion of a recognized post secondary secretarial arts program at the certificate level or equivalent preferred
Experience working in a Microsoft Office software environment preferred
Experience working in a health care environment preferred
Previous experience working in a High Acute Unit preferred
Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred
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.

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, dive