Clerk II

Job Description

Location : Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre

Clerk II (Float) - 5 Positions (Repost)

Health Information Services and Informatics

Temporary, Call-In

Hours based on the needs of the department Salary CG-23 ($21.63 - $23.77 per hour) Competition Number 2023000407 Posted Date 22 March 2023 Closing Date Open until filled

About Us

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people.

The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services.

At Eastern Health, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province.

To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary

The Clerk II in Health Information Services and Informatics (HISI) performs a variety of clerical tasks including filing, retrieving / assembling patient charts, answering telephones, and responding to inquiries from various internal and external stakeholders.

• Duties also include retrieving patient charts; completing daily workload statistics related to clerical functions; relieving / assisting other clerical positions;
• scanning health record documents into an electronic format and submitting verified information for on-line computer storage;

and performing other related duties as required.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to) :

Standing, walking, bending, and lifting is required.

Constantly lifts objects less than 5lbs and occasionally lifts up to between 20 - 40 lbs. when helping with a patient's luggage (ambulatory care) or lifting a box of files requiring assistance.

May be required to maneuver carts and use a step ladder to access higher shelves.

Constantly performs fine finger / precision work while sitting and using a computer mouse, scheduling appointments, and other duties.

Work provides the opportunity to stand and walk and the opportunity to take postural breaks (sit, stand or walk) within the office environment.

Frequently required to perform bilateral repetitive fine motor skills when performing various computer work duties that involve typing and use of the computer's mouse.

Job Qualifications

Successful completion of a one-year Office Administration program from an approved / recognized college is required.

Successful completion of an approved / recognized medical terminology course is required.

A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Proof of a current office administration program and medical terminology is required. To be considered current, they must have been completed within the last five years, unless it has been used in recent positions.

This must be demonstrated on the application form.

If medical terminology isn't current, a medical terminology test may be administered by the Human Resources Client Services Department.

This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.

Open to external candidates only.

Apply online at https : / / employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email, please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext. 5-2 immediately.

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume / cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications.

Include your current mailing address, daytime contact number, e-mail address and competition number.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries :

Telephone : (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693

Email : [email protected]. Applications / resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing [email protected] as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS : We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration / licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.