Ward Clerk, Family Newborn Care Unit

IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Halifax is seeking a Ward Clerk to support efficient unit operations through clerical tasks, data entry, and customer service. Candidates must have a high school diploma along with strong communication skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Additional knowledge of medical terminology and SAP is preferred. This is a part-time, temporary role with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred graduate from a recognized Office Administration Program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform reception and clerical duties.
• Manage data entry and supply functions.
• Answer phones and assist the unit's operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry skills

Keyboarding skills (40 wpm)

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from a recognized Office Administration Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Meditech

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Company: IWK Health

Req ID: 207708

Department/Program: Family Newborn Care Unit, Women's & Newborn Health

Location: Halifax

Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly PT long-assignment (90% FTE) ending April 9, 2027, with 1 position available

Start Date: ASAP

Union Status: NSGEU Off & Cler, Admin Professionals Bargaining Unit

Compensation: $23.3519 - $25.3918 /hour

Closing Date: August 7, 2025 (Applications accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families annually across the Atlantic region. We have approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. We focus on training and mentorship, recognize talent, celebrate successes, and collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, actively promoting an anti-racist environment and supporting our diverse communities.

The Ward Clerk performs reception and clerical duties for the efficient operation of the unit, including data entry, supply management, transport functions, and answering phones.

Hours of Work: 10.5-hour shifts; 0700-1900 or 1900-0700

Your Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from a recognized Office Administration Program preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer programs; testing may be conducted.
• Knowledge of SAP and Meditech is an asset.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is an asset.
• Keyboarding skills minimum of 40 wpm required; 60 wpm preferred.
• Data entry skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proven team player.
• Ability to work respectfully with inter-professional team members.
• High initiative, diligence, attention to detail, and self-discipline.
• Commitment to continual learning and supporting co-worker development.
• Demonstrated commitment to Family Centred Care.
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Competencies in other languages are assets.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews or testing. If invited, you may request accommodations for assessments.

This position is within the Admin Professionals bargaining unit. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees. Applicants considering union or employment status changes should seek clarification on benefits and seniority prior to accepting.

An offer of employment is conditional upon background checks and credential verification.

If you are an employee of IWK Health, please apply through the internal careers page to be flagged as an internal applicant.