2500002089 - Unit Clerk

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Oshawa is seeking a Temporary Part Time Unit Clerk to handle patient registration, transcribe doctors' orders, and manage supplies. Applicants should have a Medical Office Administration Diploma and strong communication and organizational skills. The position requires providing excellent customer service in a dynamic healthcare environment. Shift work is required.

Qualifications

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or equivalent education/experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (tested).
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel (tested).
• Experience in an Out Patient Clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient registration and reception.
• Transcribe Doctors' orders and book tests.
• Maintain supplies and manage sick time calls.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Microsoft Word and Excel

Keyboarding skills of 30 wpm

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Medical Office Administration Diploma

Tools

EPIC

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Unit Clerk

Status: Temporary Part Time (12~ months)

Department: G5 Acute Medicine

Program: Medicine

8 & 12 Hour Shifts - Days & Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $28.340 - $29.620 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002089 (subsequent)

Position Description

The Unit Clerk is responsible for patient registration, reception, transcribing Doctors' orders, booking tests, maintaining supplies, replacing sick time calls and other related duties as assigned.

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);
• Experience in an Out Patient Clinic preferred;
• EPIC experience preferred;
• Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing education and learning;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public; and
• Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program 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.