2500002077 - Unit Clerk

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Oshawa is seeking a Temporary Part Time Unit Clerk for the DRCC department. This role involves varied clerical tasks in a fast-paced environment and necessitates a Medical Office Administration Diploma. Applicants must demonstrate strong communication skills and adaptability. Join a team committed to inclusion and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to confidentiality and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical, reception, and scheduling duties.
• Coordinate tests, appointments, and treatments.
• Direct telephone calls and engage with patients.

Skills

Medical Office Administration

Medical terminology knowledge

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Medical Office Administration Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Meditech Community Wide Scheduling

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Unit Clerk

Status: Temporary Part Time (~8 Months)

Department: DRCC Radiation Treatment & DRCC Systemic Therapy Suite

Program: DRCC Patient Care

Shift: 8 Hour Shifts, Days and Evenings Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $28.340 - $29.620 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002077

Duties And Responsibilities

Reporting to the Radiation Therapy Manager, the Radiation Therapy Unit Clerk works in a complex, dynamic, multidisciplinary department and will be responsible for a variety of clerical tasks including a full range of clerical, reception, and scheduling duties. This may include reception duties; scheduling and coordination of tests, appointments, and treatments, computer data entry; directing telephone calls and contacting patients by phone; faxing and other duties as assigned. Working in a paperless environment, solid communication, computer and time management skills will be essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested);
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested - basic level);
• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm (tested);
• Knowledge and experience with Meditech Community Wide Scheduling modules, and computerized patient registration an asset;
• 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;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• 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-service education 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.