Admitting & Health Records Clerk - (221422)

Island Health; Port McNeill; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking an Admitting & Health Records Clerk to perform various clerical and reception tasks within a multi-site operation. The ideal candidate will have Grade 12 education, completion of a medical transcription program, and strong communication skills. Experience in medical environments is preferred. This role is vital for ensuring patient safety and quality service.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required.
• Graduation from an approved medical transcription program is essential.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform admitting, switchboard, transcription, and records processing duties.
• Handle cashier and reception duties.
• Carry out a variety of clerical tasks.

Skills

Keyboard at 60 wpm

Operate related equipment

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Deal with others effectively

Organize work

Knowledge of medical terminology

Physically carry out the duties of the position

Education

Grade 12

Approved program in medical transcription

One year's recent related experience

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Responsibilities

Within a multi-site operation, the Admitting & Health Records Clerk performs admitting, switchboard, transcription, records processing, cashier and reception duties as well as a variety of clerical duties.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in medical transcription and one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Keyboard at 60 wpm
• Operate related equipment
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Organize work
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Physically carry out the duties of the position