Clerk III-TPT(.6) Emergency

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health sciences center in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Temporary Part Time Clerk III for the Emergency department. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in secretarial studies and medical terminology, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. This role involves supporting patient care and requires proficiency in handling multi-line telephones. We offer competitive salary and benefits while promoting an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to Patient and Family Centred Care.
• Must handle multi-line telephones and switchboard duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Emergency department.
• Ensure continuity of care in a respectful environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Typing (55 w.p.m.)

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Graduated from a recognized secretarial course

Completed course in medical terminology

Tools

Meditech ADM

Meditech EDM

Job description

Ref# 25COP178

1 ‑ Temporary Part Time (.6) ‑

Clerk III

Emergency

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful

Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.

• Competitive
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the Role

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient / family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized secretarial course.
• Completed course in medical terminology.
• Must have good interpersonal, organizational, communication and telephone skills.
• Must be able to enter 55 w.p.m. accurately on a computer keyboard.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be able to handle multi line telephones (take over switchboard duties on the night shift).
• Must be knowledgeable of the various health care services within the community.
• Preference will be given to candidates with Emergency or Admitting experience.
• Knowledge of Meditech ADM and EDM programs is required.

Salary Range

$28.208 to 28.879

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon : a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.

Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English / French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.