Medical Records Clerk

at  Haldimand War Memorial Hospital

1 CASUAL – MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK

Position to commence immediately.
We are looking for a hard worker with strong customer service, organization, attention to detail and
multi-tasking skills to join our Medical Records Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum grade 12 or equivalent.
Excellent computer skills required.
Knowledge of Meditech.
Medical Terminology certificate or equivalent working experience required.
Experience using patient related databases.
High level communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
Excellent customer services skills.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of the workings of a hospital, its departments and the
health care field in general.
Ability to adapt to change in workload and environment.
Proven ability to work well in a high paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Proven ability to work with minimal supervision and to demonstrate initiative and be a self‐
starter.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize them.
Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients,
families and others) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital
related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing mandatory
education as required.
Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance history.
Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Haldimand War Memorial Hospital.

Under the direction of the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the General Clerk is responsible for
office and clerical functions in the Health Records Department including: maintaining Health Records
Department records, including filing, answering walk in and telephone inquiries; and other related duties
as required, which may change from time to time.