Ward Clerk – Pre-Admit Clinic

Woodstock Hospital; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a Ward Clerk responsible for various clerical and receptionist duties at the nursing station. The ideal candidate should possess excellent verbal communication skills, medical terminology knowledge, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. This role emphasizes a commitment to patient care and safety, providing a supportive environment for staff and patients alike.

Benefits

Affordable On Site Parking

HOOPP Pension Plan

Comprehensive Full Time Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Tuition Assistance

Monthly Wellness Initiatives

Staff Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Proven written communication skills.
• Ability to do staffing with direction.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Acts as receptionist for the nursing station.
• Coordinates and provides routine services, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains hospital and unit records.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Medical Terminology

Computer skills

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Information

The Ward Clerk, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Patient Care / Manager or delegate is responsible for organizing the nursing station and performing clerical and receptionist duties, and requisition supplies, equipment and services from other departments.

Essential Job Functions

1. Meets with the Director of Patient Care / Manager concerning daily assignments and work-related needs. Completes staffing duties as assigned (short and long term needs as per collective agreements under direction of charge nurse or Director of Patient Care / Manager).
2. Acts as receptionist for the nursing station, answering inquiries of a general nature by patients, visitors, other departments, nursing staff and physicians, assisting them in a friendly, cooperative manner.
3. Coordinates and provides routine services, supplies and equipment to the nursing unit.
4. Performs clerical duties related to procedures such as admission, discharge, transfer, death.
5. Assists with or maintains hospital and unit records (i.e. time sheets, census, calls in staff to cover sick calls or for extra staffing as needed, call-in sheets).

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Medical Terminology mandatory
• Computer skills mandatory, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal communication skills with physicians, clients, visitors with high regard for public relations
• Proven written communication skills
• Surginet skills are an asset
• Ability to do staffing with direction
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge and ability to apply CQI concepts
• Reliable and punctual
• Internal candidates must have satisfactory attendance and performance appraisal in current position.
• Documented commitment to continuing education through inservice, staff meetings and self-motivated learning.
• Commitment to Patient Care & Safety and Service Excellence.

Why choose Woodstock Hospital?

• Affordable On Site Parking, Electric Car Charging Stations
• HOOPP Pension Plan & Comprehensive Full Time Benefits
• Competitive Salaries, Tuition Assistance
• Monthly Wellness Initiatives, Staff Massage Chairs
• Job Sharing Opportunities, Internal 50 / 50 for Staff
• Corporate Discount Program, Staff Recognition Programs
• On Site Pharmacy

Woodstock Hospital is committed to promoting compassionate and respectful patient care. We are dedicated to sustaining a supportive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment by participating and complying with the by-laws and guidelines of the standards developed under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If accommodation is required during the application, interview, or recruitment process, please contact Human Resources via email. Woodstock Hospital is also committed to being a safe space for everyone where we embrace diversity and celebrate individuality where everyone feels valued, respected, and appreciated. We seek to establish a more inclusive, diverse, accessible, and just culture in addressing barriers and inequities to make WH a place where everyone feels like they belong.