Data Entry Clerk - CPL

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Client Services Unit Assistant to process laboratory requisitions and respond to inquiries. This role requires effective communication, experience in data entry, and a high school diploma. Candidates should have knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers in-person work with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in data entry with high accuracy and speed.
• Knowledge of privacy legislation such as PHIA.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process daily workload of requisitions for laboratory testing.
• Respond to telephone inquiries from physicians and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Education

Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards

Tools

Laboratory Information System (e.g., LabWare)

Microsoft Office programs

Windows computer environment

Job description

Requisition ID: 385358

Position Number: 21003990

Posting End Date: July 31, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Shared Health - Cadham Provincial Laboratory

Department / Unit: SH Technical Support CPL

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: 08/25/2025

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.25

Annual Base Hours: 1885

Salary: $24.988, $25.627, $26.344, $27.071, $27.797, $28.665

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Client Services Unit Supervisor, the incumbent processes the daily workload of requisitions for identified laboratory testing. The incumbent responds to routine physicians and health care professionals’ telephone inquiries.

Experience

• Experience in data entry, including the ability to enter information with a high degree of accuracy and speed.
• Experience using a Laboratory Information System, preferably LabWare or an equivalent laboratory or health-related information management software system.
  
  

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards, required.
  
  

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications And Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
• Windows computer environment required.
• Microsoft Office programs required.
• Workplace Health and Safety Program or training preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and organizational skills essential.
• Ability to work independently and as a team is essential.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of privacy legislation such as the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) essential.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast- paced environment essential.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting at a desk.
• Working shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required.
• Exposure to all hazards and dangers if incumbent is working in a laboratory. For more definitive information, refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific laboratory.
  
  

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.