Ward Clerk

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager, RN, RPN and/or LPN, the Ward Clerk acts as a member of the health care team, performing clerical, receptionist, and related duties as directed. The Ward Clerk demonstrates a commitment to the values, vision, goals, and objectives of the Region/facility/unit.

Requirements

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized Unit Clerk training program required.
• Medical terminology (75% pass mark) required.
• Typing/keyboarding skills minimum 40 wpm required.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• General administrative and secretarial skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to operate information technology equipment as required, e.g., fax, photocopier, computer, etc.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
• Must be able to function effectively in a stressful environment with frequent interruptions.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
• A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Current hospital-based information systems/programs; scheduling systems/programs preferred.
• Competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.

Responsibilities

• Performing clerical, receptionist, and related duties as directed.
• Demonstrating a commitment to the values, vision, goals, and objectives of the Region/facility/unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED