Unit Clerk, Regular Part-Time, Acute Care
Job No:
2024402
Location:
Parry Sound
Unit Clerk
Acute Care Department
Job Posting: SEIU Clerical 2024-402
Regular Part-Time Position
About the Organization
Located on the coast of beautiful Georgian Bay, our facility boasts the best that both nature and technology can offer. We work in one of Canada's most modern health care facilities and live in one of the country's top outdoor adventure destinations. You can get from desk to dock in 10 minutes!
West Parry Sound Health Centre (WPSHC) has always employed an innovative planning approach aimed at integrating services. Faced with the challenges of rural care delivery, WPSHC has partnered in regional alliances and created internal programming solutions that have benefited patient care and improved services throughout the catchment area.
Today our uniquely integrated health care organization includes: Lakeland Long Term Care, six Nursing Stations delivering care to rural communities, management of District ambulance services and dispatch, and a full range of in-patient and out-patient programs associated with a 90-bed acute care hospital.
As well as being recognized as a "pace-setter" hospital for its unbroken string of balanced budgets, WPSHC's innovative approach to integration has benefited the community through more seamless local delivery of services, improved access to primary care, a wider understanding of local needs and the ability to respond as these needs continue to evolve. Additionally, these initiatives have resulted in cost savings through co-location and improved 'point-of-service' for clients.
For more information on WPSHC, please visit our website.
About the Opportunity
We are currently looking for a Unit Clerk – Acute Care Department, reporting to the Manager of Admitting/Communications. The incumbent is responsible for providing clerical assistance to the Nursing Team in order to facilitate efficient and effective patient care.
Hours of work are all shifts, including weekends.
More About You
To qualify for the role, you must have successfully completed Grade 12 or equivalent with one year of medical clerical/secretarial experience. You will also need to have:
- Completion of medical terminology certificate/program or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of computer skills, particularly with scheduling software and various computer applications related to healthcare programs;
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- A demonstrated ability to provide strong attention to detail;
- Excellent prioritization and organizational skills;
- Demonstrated satisfactory attendance levels, work performance, disciplinary history, and positive work references;
- Successful completion of Unit/Ward Clerk Course or Medical Secretary Course or equivalent is an asset;
- Previous hospital experience as a unit clerk or similar role is an asset;
- Superior level of skill, ability, experience, and qualifications is an asset.
- Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the core values of the West Parry Sound Health Centre: Compassion, Accountability, Rights and Responsibilities, Excellence, and Safety.
Please note: For the safety and well-being of our clients and employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law.
About the Benefits
In return for your dedication, you will be rewarded with an hourly salary of $26.75 per hour to start. In addition, you can look forward to the following array of benefits:
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- 4% vacation pay and 14% pay in lieu of fringe benefits (10% if enrolled in HOOPP)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Best of all, you will be welcomed into a supportive interdisciplinary team environment that will allow you to develop a wide breadth of skills. This is an opportunity to grow in an established and highly respected organization, using your experience and skills to inspire a direct and positive impact on the community.
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your skills in a collaborative working environment - Apply Now!
West Parry Sound Health Centre is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes.
Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of this competition only.
Please be advised the WPSHC property is smoke-free.