Unifor Clerical
Temporary Part-time - Clinical Secretary 7 - Approximately until August 2026 -
This is an existing vacancy.
Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.
WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.
At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Job Summary:
Clinical secretarial duties of the patient care unit including reception duties, patient registration, booking clinic appointments, transcribing doctor’s orders, patient data entry, and receipt and organization of office supplies. Assists in coordinating activities in the unit to ensure smooth and efficient unit function. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors
Qualifications:
· Post-secondary medical secretarial or health office administration diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
· Medical terminology
· Previous ward clerk or related office environment experience, including registration skills
· Ability to transcribe doctor’s orders
· Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office software
· Effective communication & organization skills
· Good attendance record
Attention UNIFOR Members: Effective June 1, 2013, applications for postings outside a candidate’s home unit/department will not be considered if no résumé has been provided.
EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING THE EMPATH SYSTEM.
As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.
Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
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