Unit Secretary (CUPE), Plastics Clinic and Minor Surgery Clinic – Casual - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Oak Valley Health•Markham, ON

8d•CA$28 - CA$32•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary is a valuable member of the Plastics Clinic and Minor Surgery Clinic team and has a significant impact on the efficient and effective operation of the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for receptionist duties which include: greeting and registering patients, entering x-ray orders, answering phone calls, returning voice messages and scheduling clinic appointments. You will primarily provide support in the Plastics Clinic and Minor Surgery Clinic, as well as the Fracture Clinic as needed.

Requirements

Previous Unit Secretary experience, with experience in an outpatient/clinic setting preferred
Surgical Outpatient Hospital Clinic Experience required
Medical Administration Certificate or equivalent required
Medical Terminology required
2 – 5 years Unit Secretary experience within the past five years
Registration and patient booking experience required
Previous experience in a fast paced environment required
A strong customer service focus is required
Computer/typing skills are essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization, prioritizing, and problem solving
Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Nice To Haves

Experience with Meditech and Community Wide Scheduling is an asset

Responsibilities

Greeting and registering patients
Entering x-ray orders
Answering phone calls
Returning voice messages
Scheduling clinic appointments
Providing support in the Plastics Clinic and Minor Surgery Clinic, as well as the Fracture Clinic as needed.