Receptionist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto is seeking an adaptable administrative assistant for the Medical Imaging department. You will perform reception duties, schedule appointments and tests, maintain personnel schedules, and handle clerical tasks to ensure smooth operations.

The role supports patient care and requires strong communication and organization skills. Hours are variable with shifts including 15:00-20:00, 08:00-16:00, and 11:00-19:00.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent.
• Three (3) months related experience.
• Previous on-the-job word-processing experience.
• Experience in a Microsoft Office software environment, preferred.
• Experience working in a health care environment, an asset.
• Excellent telephone, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations.
• Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, an asset.

Responsibilities

• Performing reception functions, including: answering, screening, and directing telephone calls
• Scheduling appointments, tests and visits
• Maintaining schedules for assigned personnel
• Performing clerical support functions including: word-processing/typing routine correspondence, etc.
• Photocopying
• Porting and distributing mail, etc.
• Providing FAX services

Skills

Telephone skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Judgment

General office practices

Medical terminology

Education

Grade XII or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word processing

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 26.06 - CAD 27.58 - hourly

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

• Union: NOWU - Clerical
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• New or Replacement Position: Replacement
• Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
• Department: Medical Imaging
• Reports to: Supervisor, Administrative Services
• Hours: Variable, 0 - 37.5 per week
• Wage Range: $26.06 - $27.58 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
• Shifts: Variable Weekday and Weekend Shifts; Variable Times: 15:00-20:00, 08:00-16:00, 11:00-19:00
• Status: Casual
• Closing Date: November 12, 2026

Position Summary

Join Medical Imaging at UHN, one of the largest academic medical imaging department in Canada! Our cutting-edge digital technology and dedicated team prioritize patient care and exceptional image quality.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation, ground breaking research, education, and excellence in patient care. UHN is committed to ongoing education and quality assurance initiatives and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education.

Duties

• Performing reception functions, including: answering, screening, and directing telephone calls
• Scheduling appointments, tests and visits
• Maintaining schedules for assigned personnel
• Performing clerical support functions including: word-processing/typing routine correspondence, etc,.
• Photocopying
• Porting and distributing mail, etc,.
• Providing FAX services

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
• Three (3) months related experience
• Previous on-the-job word-processing experience
• Experience in a Microsoft Office software environment, preferred
• Experience working in a health care environment, anasset
• Excellent telephone, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
• Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards
• Knowledge of medical terminology, an asset

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.