Unit Clerk - Inpatients

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Unit Clerk to join their team. In this role, you will support patient care by performing essential clerical and receptionist tasks while adhering to the organization's values and objectives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to providing quality care. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community. If you're passionate about making a difference in health care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• High school education and Unit Clerk training required.
• Excellent English communication skills essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and receptionist duties as part of the health care team.
• Demonstrate commitment to the organization's values and objectives.

Skills

Excellent command of the English language

General administrative and secretarial skills

Ability to organize and prioritize workload

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to operate information technology equipment

Knowledge in Indigenous customs and traditions

Education

Complete high school education

Successful completion of a recognized Unit Clerk training program

Medical terminology knowledge

Job description

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Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: 06/20/2025

FTE: 0.80

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 8.00

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Health Services, RN, RPN and/or LPN, the Unit Clerk acts as a member of the health care team, performing clerical, receptionist, and related duties as directed. The Unit Clerk demonstrates a commitment to the values, vision, goals, and objectives of the Region/facility/unit.

Experience

• Previous patient care experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized Unit Clerk training program required.
• Medical terminology required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Information and/or training will be provided within the probation period for the following:
  • Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions).
  • Regional, site and unit policies and procedures.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• General administrative and secretarial skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to operate information technology equipment as required, e.g. fax, photocopier, computer, etc.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

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.