WARD CLERK, TFT

at  Niagara Health System

The Staffing Resource Team (SRT) describes a group of uniquely trained health care professionals who work in a variety of clinical areas in response to needs from the clinical areas related to short term absences or changes in acuity or volume. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and flexible to a changing environment while providing extraordinary patient centered care.
As a member of the patient care team, the Ward Clerk works under the direction of the Clinical Manager or delegate and fulfills a variety of functions including clerical, reception, registration, public relations, and bookings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

o Graduate of a Medical Office Administration Program or Medical Terminology Certificate and equivalent in related experience
o Working experience transcribing and/or understanding/utilizing medical terminology
o One year related clerical experience in a high volume, fast paced department within a health care/clinical setting
o One year experience with computer software including Microsoft Office programs, with data entry experience
o Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum of 50 w.p.m.
o Experience in order entry/Meditech
o Experience and efficiency in transcribing physician orders
o Experience in completing payroll, timesheets and scheduling staff
o Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centred care
o Excellent communication skills and ability to respect the confidentially of personnel and patient information
o Compliance with confidential requirements under the Niagara Health Privacy Policy
o Demonstrated professional attitude while interacting with the public, patients, employees and medical staff
o Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
o Must be available for all shifts, vacation replacement, sick time and paid holidays
o Travel between sites when required
o Consistent and regular attendance required
o Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset
o Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a new hire requirement of the job unless you have an exemption based on medical or on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code
Recruitment Specialist: Carrie Garritsen
We are especially interested in connecting if you…
Value diversity, equity and inclusion;
Are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Region of Niagara;
Identify as a member of one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: Indigenous, racialized, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Have background or expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. 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 used to ensure your equal participation.
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