Patient Care Unit Clerk - Independent Home Therapies

Job description

Temporary assignment until approximately May 2027 POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the Clinical/Nurse Manager with the daily work of the unit related to patient care. This position provides administrative support services within the unit and interacts directly with patients and families as the unit receptionist. The incumbent communicates within the unit and to other hospital departments. All related duties and responsibilities adhere to the policies and procedures of the hospital and the program/department/unit. QUALIFICATIONS: -2-year post-secondary diploma in medical office administration. -Medical terminology certificate. -Minimum one year experience providing administrative support and interacting with patients, families and staff in a busy healthcare setting. -Intermediate skill level in MS Word, intermediate skill in MS Excel, e-mail and internet searches, and excellence in medical spelling and medical terminology. -Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process. -Demonstrated proficiency in data entry and the use of patient registration and scheduling systems. -Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum typing speed of 35 wpm. -Demonstrates excell...