Unit Clerk - Respiratory Day Program and Psychology Services

Union: SEIU Clerical - WP

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: UHN - West Park Healthcare Center

Department: Respiratory Day Program and Psychology Services

Reports to: Programs Manager and Director of Professional Practice

Hours: 26.25 per week

Wage Range: $27.19 to $28.71 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable. 

Shifts: Days

Status: Temporary Part-Time (until March 31, 2027) 

Closing Date: November 11, 2026
Position Summary
The Unit Clerk position provides clerk support to clinical staff contributing to the overall functioning of the program areas. This includes interacting with patients, their families, visitors and volunteers.
Duties
Greet and assist patients and visitors as required.
Use computer to assist in data collection activities
Act as a key communicator with clients, families, physicians, clinicians and other related departments and services.
Distribute mail, photocopy and answer telephone.
Develop and maintain manual and/or computerized systems for tracking information. Format letters, memos and other program area related correspondence, draft and send e-mails.
Schedule appointments and assessments for patients (including equipment, space availability and transportation as required).
Ensure program areas are adequately stocked with supplies/resources and track utilization of same.
Maintain patients’ clinical records in accordance with WPHC policy.
Be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors including:Compliance with the safety standards of the hospital and applicable legislation
Identification and prevention of safety issues and problems
Taking corrective action, where possible
Attendance at safety meetings/training/updates in accordance with the Centre’s standards

Good computer skills
Working experience transcribing and/or understanding/utilizing medical terminology
Good communication skills (written & verbal)
Ability to collaborate within a team setting; good interpersonal skills; resolution-oriented
Good abilities to manage priorities while multi-tasking
Good attention-to-detail skills
Ability to maintain effectiveness when experiencing change in work tasks or the work environment; adjust effectively to work within new processes, requirements, etc.
Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality

Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.