Unit Clerk

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health invites you to join the Misericordia Community Hospital as a Unit Clerk in Edmonton. You will support admissions, transfers and discharges, coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team, and maintain crucial records to keep the unit moving smoothly.

This role emphasizes accurate communication, attention to detail, and teamwork within a fast-paced environment. A CUPE 2111 collective agreement covers this position, with part-time hours and wage steps indicated in posting.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognized unit clerk certificate with practicum; medical terminology course required.
• Minimum 2 years' acute care hospital experience in a similar unit; familiarity with medical terminology, Connect Care and Netcare.
• Preferred: experience in labour/delivery or women’s health; patient registration familiarity is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges with accurate documentation.
• Maintain essential records and facilitate smooth unit workflow.
• Assist with scheduling, supplies, and timekeeping; serve as Downtime Captain during system outages.
• Communicate with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

Unit clerk certificate with practicum + medical terminology course

Job description

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta's Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care - supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. If you are passionate about supporting a diverse patient population with varying needs, you will find meaningful work as a Unit Clerk. Our team relies on Unit Clerks to help coordinate care through accurate communication, organization, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. We are seeking individuals who work well in fast-paced team environments, demonstrate strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills, and are motivated to make a positive impact. In this role, your contribution supports patient-centered, holistic care and reflects Covenant Health's core values through professionalism, compassion, and teamwork every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!Please note: Classifications Under Review.

Description:

The Unit Clerk is a vital member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, responsible for managing the full scope of administrative operations on designated care, treatment, and unit care areas. Acting as a central liaison among patients, families, and clinical staff, the Unit Clerk ensures timely and accurate communication, documentation, and coordination of care related processes. Unit Clerks apply their knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare systems to support admissions, transfers, and discharges; maintain essential records; and facilitate smooth unit workflow. They also oversee inventory and supplies, assist with scheduling and timekeeping functions, and serve as Downtime Captains during system outages, helping ensure continuity of operations in high pressure environments. In rare or exceptional circumstances, and in the interest of maintaining seamless, efficient, and patient centred care, the Unit Clerk may provide limited assistance to clinical colleagues within the boundaries of their training, skills, and established role. Together, these responsibilities highlight the essential contribution Unit Clerks make in creating an organized, responsive, and reliable care environment that supports patients, residents and the interdisciplinary team. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 2111 Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV CUPE 2111
• Unit and Program: Labour Delivery MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.47
• Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-AUG-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 6
• Shifts per cycle: 14
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.07
• Maximum Salary: $31.68
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Unit Clerk
• Union: COV CUPE 2111
• Unit and Program: Labour Delivery MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.47
• Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-AUG-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 6
• Shifts per cycle: 14
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.07
• Maximum Salary: $31.68
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Must have a Certificate from a recognized training program which includes a practicum component. A course in Medical Terminology is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Must have completed a recognized unit clerk program. Minimum of 2 years’ current or recent experience working in an acute care hospital setting within a similar capacity. Familiarity with medical terminology, Connect Care, and Netcare required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current or recent experience working on labour and delivery, or a women's health unit. Familiarity with patient registration is an asset.

Hiring Requirements

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp