Oncology Clerk (GMCH) #2026-137

Wellington Health Care Alliance • Centre Wellington, ON

5d • CA$25 - CA$27 • Onsite

About The Position

A casual Oncology Clerk position is available at Groves Memorial Community Hospital. This position is unionized with UNIFOR, Local 1106. This position provides administrative and clerical assistance to the Registered Nurses and Physician working in the Oncology department. The Unit Clerk plays a key role in registering and scheduling patients using both Cerner and Meditech, supporting clinical workflows, and maintaining smooth unit operations. This position contributes to a safe, organized environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while fostering strong collaboration within the team.

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Medical Office Administration, Health Office Administration, or equivalent
• Medical Terminology certificate required
• Previous experience in a ward clerk, unit clerk, or healthcare office environment, including patient registration and order entry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent clerical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and positive approach
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and willingness to seek clarification when needed
• Reliable attendance and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Excellent performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

Nice To Haves

• experience with basic design tools for patient education materials is an asset
• Experience with Meditech (Registration, Order Entry, Scheduling) preferred
• Experience with Cerner’s PowerChart Oncology preferred
• Experience with Interactive Symptom Assessment and Collection (ISAAC) and Clinical Connect considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the nurses and physicians in the Oncology department
• Perform reception duties including answering telephones, responding to inquiries, and faxing
• Register patients and accurately enter and maintain patient data
• Book internal and external appointments within oncology protocol timelines
• Transcribe physician orders and complete order entry for tests and diagnostics
• Maintain and organize patient charts, records, and files (retrieval, filing, and documentation)
• Support statistical tracking and data entry (including Excel spreadsheets)
• Manage office supplies and assist with general unit organization
• Utilize hospital information systems including Meditech, Cerner, ISAAC, and Clinical Connect (if applicable)
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and assist with additional duties as required
• Additional duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree