Unit Communications Clerk (UCC) Surgical Unit

Required

Post-Secondary School Education in medical secretary / medical transcription or equivalent combination of education (minimum of grade 12) and relative working experience.

Must have demonstrated typing and other basic clerical skills including computer / word processing e-mail and faxing experience.

Completed Medical Terminology Course.

For internal candidates disciplinary and attendance records will be considered.

Duties

Prepares charts and kardex for all new patients patient transfers and discharges / deaths.

Strong public relations / team communication skills.

Adds new chart sheets and files all reports on the patients charts.

Transcribes Doctors orders from the Doctors order sheet ensuring that assigned nursing staff are aware of Doctors orders.

Prepares requisitions for tests and arranges consultations and appointments for patients either in-house or at other healthcare facilities.

Arranges transportation for patient transfers and appointments at other healthcare facilities.

Orders office supplies as necessary.

Communicates effectively with all hospital staff.

Functions as the units receptionist by directing visitors and answering phones.

Completes all typing / word processing for the Nursing Unit.

Replaces staff for nursing unit.

Familiar with nursing related procedures.

Actively participates in process improvements.

Others duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health guided by our core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together our family of four hospitals holds a central role in the mission to enhance lives and foster healthier communities. We operate as a cohesive team uniting all our hospitals to deliver local and regional healthcare partnership with our communities we strive to improve access to high-quality care right in their own neighborhoods.

Our sense of fulfillment is deeply rooted in the impactful work we do a sentiment shared by our dynamic teams of staff dedicated physicians and committed volunteers. They not only care passionately for our patients but also for each other embodying our core values at every turn.

We dont just serve our communities we actively contribute to them. Quinte Health is woven into the fabric of our local landscape with our team members residing raising their families and often retiring right here in the communities they cherish. We are on a constant lookout for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Our diverse array of exciting roles encompasses positions that span multiple hospitals as well as opportunities situated within a single hospital. Join us as we live out our values in providing exceptional healthcare close to home.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

Required Rarely lifting average 5-10 pounds maximum 15 pounds carrying pushing / pulling

Mobility

Required Often prolonged sitting

Required Occasionally standing and walking on hard surfaces bending / stooping

Dexterity

Required Often prolonged fine finger movements

Required Frequently gripping / grasping eye / hand coordination

Required Briefly reaching with both hands

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment / interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.

Key Skills

Typing,Data Entry,Hospital Experience,Clerical Experience,Computer Skills,Patient Assessment,Medical Terminology,Front Desk,Transcription,Filing,Order Entry,Word Processing

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1