Unit Secretary (CUPE), Admissions Assessment Unit (AAU) - Part Time - Markham Stouffville Hospital
About The Position
The Unit Secretary is a valuable member of the Medical Team and has a significant impact on the efficient and effective operation of the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for both clerical and receptionist duties. The clerical aspect of the role includes, but is not limited to: filing, recording, organizing and inputting physician orders into the computer, booking patient appointments both internally and external organizations, booking patient transport when required, ordering supplies, photocopying, payroll, booking/calling staff and performing special projects as requested. The receptionist aspect of the role includes, but is not limited to: directing and monitoring of visitors, patients and/or hospital personnel on the department, answering and directing telephone calls to the appropriate personnel.
Requirements
- Previous unit secretary experience within a hospital setting
- Sound knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficient computer and typing skills with experience using Microsoft Suite
- Experience with Meditech 6.0
- Strong customer service, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands in a fast pace environment
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills with a high attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
- Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
- Demonstrated 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
Responsibilities
- Filing, recording, organizing and inputting physician orders into the computer
- Booking patient appointments both internally and external organizations
- Booking patient transport when required
- Ordering supplies
- Photocopying
- Payroll
- Booking/calling staff
- Performing special projects as requested
- Directing and monitoring of visitors, patients and/or hospital personnel on the department
- Answering and directing telephone calls to the appropriate personnel
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
