Unit Clerk
Unit Clerk
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Job Description
The Unit Clerk is responsible for the scheduling and booking of a variety of client/patient procedures performed in the APU or OR using PICES OR manager and is responsible for unit clerk coverage at the OR front desk. The incumbent will manage the PICES booking grid unused procedure time communicate with the physician offices regarding input of add on cases 48 hours prior to the posting of the elective list in the APU. They will also enter add on urgent cases as required for both the OR and APU. Additional responsibilities include: generating daily elective OR schedule monitoring and assigning of released time. managing blocks in the electronic scheduling system resource for office on remote scheduling. Answering phones. Taking emergency booking for OR and APU cases. Greets clients/patients and others as they arrive to the department. Responds to general inquiries answers and responds to phone calls and messages for OR and APU and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission vision and values of accountability respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.
- One 1 year recent relevant clerical experience in a healthcare setting or recent Medical Office Administration Diploma from a recognized postsecondary institution required
- Medical terminology certificate required
- A minimum of 30 wpm typing speed required
- Must have fast and accurate computer data entry skills
- Must have familiarity with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel
- Experience using patient related databases.
- Knowledge of electronic scheduling system PICES and OR manager required
- Previous hospital experience
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team
- Must be able to prioritize workload and function independently in a busy environment
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good customer service skills and ability to manage stressful situations
- Able to diplomatically respond to inquiries from staff volunteers patients family members and members of the general public
- Must be able to read write speak and understand English fluently
- Must be physically able to perform the job: prolonged periods of time sitting at a computer workstation; standing; walking; and pushing and pulling variety of wheeled equipment.
- Satisfactory employment record and attendance record required
The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to foster teamwork and cooperation.
Additional Information :
Hours: Monday to Friday days;(subject to change based on operational requirements)
Salary Scale: $29.38 $29.98 per hour
Date Reposted: March 18 2025
Internal Applications Due By: March 25 2025
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity equity and inclusion throughout our operations policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do motivated by a job well done and as committed to excellence quality and patient satisfaction as we are wed like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
Contract
