Unit Clerk - Ambulatory Care

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager Health Services, or Nurse In-Charge and working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the incumbent receives patients to clinic/unit and ensures appropriate documentation is completed accurately. Acts as communication link for the unit, answering telephone calls, determining urgency, and forwarding calls or taking and relaying messages. Obtains, assembles and maintains charts. Transcribes physicians’ orders. Schedules appointments/tests for patients and obtains test results. Performs a variety of tasks for the care and comfort of patients. Prepares payroll information for the area. Maintains clinic/unit supplies, compiles statistical information and performs other miscellaneous duties as required. Enters patient data into applicable information systems. Follows all HSC policy and procedures and or specific clinic standard operating procedures.

Experience

• Previous related work experience preferred.
• Current hospital-based information systems/programs; scheduling systems/programs preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards.
• Successful completion of a recognized Unit Clerk training program required.
• Medical terminology (75% pass mark) required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Typing/keyboarding skills minimum 40 wpm required.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• Ability to organize, manage time and prioritize workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and seek assistance as necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to operate information technology equipment as required, e.g. fax, photocopier, computer, etc.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
• Preference will be given to candidates competent in an Aboriginal language and/or knowledgeable in Aboriginal customs, beliefs, and practices.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.