Unit Clerk

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

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is hiring a Unit Clerk for Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton. You will support administrative operations in the GNH Medicine Unit 53, acting as a central liaison among patients, families and staff to ensure accurate communication and documentation.

The role covers admissions, transfers and discharges, with responsibility for scheduling, timekeeping, and unit supplies. This is a 0.46 FTE, temp PT Benefits position with shifts across days, evenings and weekends.

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative operations on designated care areas and unit workflow.
• Act as liaison among patients, families and clinical staff for timely communication.
• Support admissions, transfers and discharges, and maintain essential records.
• Oversee inventory and supplies and assist with scheduling and timekeeping.

Skills

Interdisciplinary communication

Documentation

Education

Certificate with practicum

Medical Terminology course

Job description

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 41 Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: GNH Medicine Unit 53
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.46
• Posting End Date: 20-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• 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 41
• Unit and Program: GNH Medicine Unit 53
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.46
• Posting End Date: 20-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 4, 8
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 14
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, 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:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent acute care medicine experience preferred.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

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.

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Grey Nuns Community Hospital

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Grey Nuns Community Hospital

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Grey Nuns Community Hospital