Unit Clerk

Lakeridge Health; Whitby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Unit Clerk (subsequent)
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Multi-Care Kidney Clinic
Program: Nephrology
Days: 4 and 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Whitby
Wage Schedule: $28.340 - $29.620 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500001256

This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 17 April 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 24 April 2025.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Patient Care Manager, this position supports and coordinates patient care within the Multi Care Kidney Clinic. The Unit Clerk supports various members of the health care team to facilitate the flow of patients through the clinic. Duties include performing a wide variety of clerical functions within a clinical setting, including but not limited to:

1. Reception duties
2. Scheduling and coordination of tests
3. Booking appointments in EPIC
4. Answering and directing telephone calls and contacting patients by phone
5. Faxing and scanning
6. Maintaining efficient patient flow through clinics
7. Other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Knowledge and experience with EPIC modules, and computerized patient registration required
• Hemodialysis, Multi-Care Kidney Clinic, Home Clinic experience preferred
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested)
• Preferred experience/knowledge re: staffing according to both CUPE and ONA Collective Agreements
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested - basic level)
• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm (tested)
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work productively amid interruptions while working in a stressful environment
• Proven ability to maintain strict adherence to patient confidentiality
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills - verbal, listening and written in order to effectively interact with all levels of staff, patients and families
• Proven ability to adapt positively to a changing environment
• Must have satisfactory performance record
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.