Oncology Clerk

Timmins and District Hospital; Timmins; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Timmins seeks a Nephrology/Oncology Clerk to support outpatient services by performing clerical and receptionist duties. This role requires a graduate from a College Office Administration program and proficiency with medical terminology, as well as strong interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will handle patient records, bookings, and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information. The position offers a starting salary of $26.45/hour and a chance to be part of an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of a College Office Administration program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Demonstrated regular attendance and flexibility in work hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and receptionist duties for patients.
• Maintain and assemble patient records as required.
• Handle booking and follow-up for clinical appointments.
• Order and manage supplies efficiently.
• Ensure proper handover of information to colleagues.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Meditech

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

College Office Administration program

Job description

Reporting to the Unit Manager, the nephrology/oncology clerk will perform all clerical and receptionist duties as assigned for both outpatient and recurring patients including data collection and submission.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must possess the ability to perform routine office procedures and perform clerical duties (typing, filing, answering the telephones) timely and accurately.
• To adhere to Hospital policies and procedures
• Must be able to support, enter and maintain data reports required for the units as directed.
• Must be familiar with the payroll system, Cancer Care Ontario and Ontario Renal Reporting data collection and submission.

Must possess the ability to perform adequately under stress when confronted with the critical or unexpected in a fast paced environment.

• Must be self-directed
• Must be able to assemble and maintain complete patient records according to each outpatient unit’s requirements.
• Must be able to receive information for clinical bookings, arrange appropriate follow-up and make necessary bookings and appointments according to reoccurring and clinic requirements.
• Must be able to complete order entry.
• Must be able to order stores supplies, outpatient supplies, photocopy, fax.
• Must possess the ability to interpret follow up orders and transfer laboratory results to patient charts as required.
• Must possess the ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially.
• Must ensure hand over of information to colleagues occurs when required
• Must maintain a clean and orderly workstation
• To perform other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a graduate of a College Office Administration program as well as have medical terminology experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Meditech are a requirement
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills to deal with patients, visitors and professional team
• Must possess the physical ability to work while sitting; to bend, reach, lift and crouch when using departmental files and to travel distances in the department and hospital.
• Must be organized.
• Must have knowledge base of Cancer Care Ontario plan initiatives
• Must possess a positive attitude that supports change and offers solutions to challenges.
• Employment history demonstrates regular attendance at work and flexibility of hours.
• Must possess the ability to provide effective services to clients/patients in both English and French. Individuals who do not meet the language requirements of this posting are invited to submit their résumé for future consideration.
• All TADH staff members must follow the COVID-19 vaccination series in accordance with the most up-to-date vaccine guidance provided by the Ontario Ministry of Health.

Compensation and Benefits

• Start salary of $26.45/hour; $51,577.50/year (As per Step 1 of the STW collective agreement.)
• Option to enroll in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan.

Interested applicants must submit their résumé by Department of Human Resources, Timmins and District Hospital, 700 Ross Avenue East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 8P2. Telephone [phone]; Fax [phone]; Attention: Janelle LaSalle, email [e-mail].

Timminsand District Hospital will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

In the spirit of equity and inclusion, lived experience including intersectionality as a racialized individual, a woman, a member of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, or a Person with a Disability will be a large consideration in the selection process.

TADH is 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. TADH is dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live, serve, and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.

We thank all applicants for their response; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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