2500001978 - Unit Clerk

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Unit Clerk to support various members of the healthcare team at their Oshawa location. This temporary part-time position involves clerical duties, patient scheduling, and coordination of tests and appointments. Ideal candidates possess a Medical Office Administration Diploma and strong communication skills. The position offers a wage of $28.340 - $29.620 per hour.

Qualifications

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of EPIC and computerized patient registration preferred.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested).
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel at basic level (tested).
• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm (tested).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Exceptional communication skills - verbal, listening, and written.

Responsibilities

• Support various members of the healthcare team.
• Perform clerical functions within a clinical setting.
• Staff scheduling and reception duties.
• Schedule patients and coordinate tests and appointments.
• Computer data entry and manage telephone calls.

Skills

Medical Office Administration

EPIC knowledge

Medical terminology

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Keyboarding (30 wpm)

Adaptability

Exceptional communication

Education

Medical Office Administration Diploma

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Unit Clerk

Status: Temporary Part Time (2 months)

Department: DRCC Systemic Pre&Post

Program: DRCC Patient Care

8 Hour Shifts, days Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $28.340 - $29.620 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001978 (subsequent)

Under the direction of the Patient Care Manager and Operations Coordinator, the Unit Clerk provides support to the various members of the health care team to facilitate the flow of patients through the clinic. Duties include performing a wide variety of clerical functions within a clinical setting, including but not limited to: staff scheduling, reception duties; scheduling of patients and coordination of tests, appointments, and treatments, computer data entry; directing telephone calls and contacting patients by phone; faxing and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Knowledge and experience with EPIC, and computerized patient registration preferred;
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested);
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested - basic level);
• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm (tested);
• Preferred experience/knowledge re: staffing according to both CUPE and ONA Collective Agreements;
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work productively amid interruptions while working within a stressful environment;
• Proven ability to maintain strict adherence to patient confidentiality;
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills - verbal, listening and written in order to effectively interact with all levels of staff, patients and families;
• Proven ability to adapt positively to a changing environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.