Ward Clerk

As the only rehabilitation hospital in the Niagara Region, Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre provides specialized post-acute hospital care and exceptional clinical outcomes through inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and complex care programs. Our interprofessional team utilizes state of the art equipment to restore health, rebuild lives, and renew hope providing the highest quality of compassionate care to every patient. Hotel Dieu Shaver is where careers begin and flourish.

Position : Ward Clerk

Position Type : Casual Position Available

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to transcribe physician orders and understand the underlying concepts.
• Must have English language literacy and written skills, with emphasis on spelling and grammar sufficient to transcribe physician's orders, maintain records, transcribe messages, & read messages, information and procedures.
• Must have English language verbal communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively with staff, patients and family members.
• Must have human relations and interpersonal skills sufficient to build and maintain positive cooperative working relationships with medical professionals and hospital staff, to deal effectively with patients and the public.
• Computer skills sufficient to input, retrieve, and print information, including proficiency in Microsoft office applications and ability to collate statistics.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy of work, independent follow-up on information, and the ability to prioritize multiple demands with regular interruptions.
• Possess the ability to seek assistance and clarification to resolve problems with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments independently.
• Knowledge of mathematics and ability to operate a calculator sufficient to accurately subtract, multiply, add, divide, and calculate both percentages and fractions.
• A working knowledge of Meditech, e-mail, and Internet applications.
• Must possess knowledge of standard clerical procedures such as record keeping and filing systems, standard business communication formats and knowledge of office equipment to complete clerical functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to record information accurately, clearly and legibly.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Office Administration Diploma at a college level or equivalent education and experience required.
• Completion of Medical Terminology course or equivalent required.

Experience

• Previous experience as a Ward Clerk in a hospital setting or recent experience in a medical office preferred.

Other

• Must have good attendance and work record.

At HDS we believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes informed decisions, drives innovation, and delivers the best care for our patients. We are dedicated to fostering a positive culture where individuals of all backgrounds and identities feel empowered, respected and included. HDS values equity and an inclusive culture and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team where everyone is welcome.

If you are interested in serving our community in an environment of holistic and compassionate care and would like to join our team, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter.

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Mail

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre

Human Resources Department

541 Glenridge Avenue

St. Catharines, ON L2T 4C2

Fax : View phone number on canada.jobradars.com

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request throughout the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their reply and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.

Renewing Hope. Rebuilding Lives.

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre is a specialty hospital that excels in providing rehabilitation and complex care to thousands of patients across the Niagara Region.