Ward Clerk (Temporary Full Time)

Job Responsibility:

Temporary Full Time Ward Clerk

Position posting number: 2406122

Rate of Pay: Reference Office & Clerical Collective Agreement

Schedule: Temporary Full Time Assignment

Location: Walkerton

Applications are currently being accepted for a Temporary Full Time Ward Clerk for the Acute Care and Family Birthing Centre departments at the Walkerton site of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre.

This temporary position is not to exceed February 2025. If the position is going to end prior to February 2025 or exceed February 2025 two weeks' notice will be provided.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Medical Administrative/clerk certificate or diploma from a recognized college required
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Possess strong computer skills using a variety of computerized database programs including Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel) required
• Cerner Powerchart experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy work environment required
• Proven interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills required
• Ability to provide the flexibility and availability to meet the needs of the department
• Self-directed to work independently with minimal supervision and also able to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Must be able to respect and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to accurately record comprehensive minutes
• Previous Ward Clerk experience in a healthcare environment preferred
• Knowledge of and adherence to SBGHC Core Values
• Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at SBGHC through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
• Recent satisfactory performance with demonstrated excellence in attendance required
• Knowledge of and adherence to Occupational Health & Safety and infection control principles

Note: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department. Successful candidates will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination (two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine (primary series, boosters and/or XBB) OR one dose of XBB vaccine at least 14 days prior to start date) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source directly to the Occupational Health and Safety department. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement to the recruitment team.

SBGHC is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SBGHC will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with AODA when notified by a candidate that accommodation due to a disability is required for the interview process.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person