Unit Clerk, Surgical & Labour, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembroke Regional Hospital is seeking a Unit Clerk to perform essential clerical functions across care areas, including reception, data entry, and patient information organization. You will support the nursing unit and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires a 1-year post-secondary credential, fast typing (30 wpm), and strong communication skills. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is expected; bilingualism (French/English) is

Qualifications

• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in a related field (1-year program).
• Completion of Medical Terminology Course.
• Minimum of three months of hospital or clerical experience.
• Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication with patients and staff.
• Ability to work in a collaborative care model with health disciplines.
• LEAN mindset with continuous improvement mindset.
• Must meet attendance standards of the Hospital.
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English).

Responsibilities

• Perform reception, communications, data entry, and organization of patient information.
• Organize supplies and activities to facilitate care on the nursing unit.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary health care team and follow policies.

Skills

Typing 30 wpm

Effective communication

Collaborative care

Data entry

Lean methodology

Attendance reliability

Bilingual English/French

Education

Post-secondary certificate or diploma (1-year)

Tools

Word

Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Unit Clerks perform clerical functions in a variety of areas in support of patient care. These functions vary from department to department and generally include reception, communications, data entry, organization of patient information, and to organize supplies and activities to facilitate the care of patients on a nursing unit. Unit Clerks practice as members of a multi-disciplinary team and follow the Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values, and policies and procedures.

Pembroke Regional Hospital serves the diverse health care needs of residents of Pembroke and the surrounding communities. In accordance with our mission, vision and values, and following catholic tradition we strive to provide safe, quality care in a compassionate and caring setting. We respect the rights of our patients to be treated with dignity and respect, and believe that patients are an integral part of the health care team. As leaders in health care delivery, we are committed to life long learning, continuous improvement and healthy living.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of Post-Secondary Certificate or Diploma in a one (1) year program from a Community College in a related field
• Completion of Medical Terminology Course
• Minimum of three (3) months of experience within a hospital or clerical setting
• Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in oral and written formats with patients, the public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience about the functioning of a nursing unit
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Demonstrated proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook and Power Point
• Demonstrated ability to manage Data Entry and maintain database
• Experience working in an out-patient program would be an asset
• Embodies the LEAN ideology by actively and continually seeking opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Pembroke Regional Hospital values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Assistant at [e-mail]. We thank all candidates for their interests; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position, if unionized, and any appointments are subject to the terms and conditions of the Union group's Collective Agreement.