Unit Communications Clerk (UCC) Inpatient Unit Emergency North Hastings

Post-secondary education in medical secretary/medical transcription or equivalent combination of education (minimum of grade 12) and relative working experience.
Completed Medical Terminology course.
Must have demonstrated typing and other basic clerical skills including computer/word processing e-mail and faxing experience.
Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.

Answers telephones takes and delivers messages screens and re-routes calls: contacts individuals within and outside the hospital as necessary.
Locates and informs nursing personnel of any requests for assistance received from patients and other departments.
Under the direct supervision of the nurse in charge calls staff re scheduling changes. Makes correct changes on staff time sheet.
Performs order entry functions.
Performs clerical work for the nursing unit.
Strong public relations/team communication and organizational skills.
Computer skills including: Meditech Word Outlook and Excel.
Must be able to accept direction and work with minimum supervision.
Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives improve access to high-quality care and build healthier communitiesright where people need it most.

Located in the scenic town of Bancrofton the edge of Algonquin ParkNorth Hastings Hospital (NHH) offers a perfect mix of career fulfillment and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a close-knit community breathtaking nature and year-round activities like snowmobiling fishing and water sports.

As the smallest and most rural of Quinte Healths hospitals NHH provides 24/7 emergency care (including emergency obstetrics) inpatient services diagnostics physiotherapy and telemedicineworking closely with local and regional health teams.

At NHH youre more than a healthcare provideryoure family. Join a passionate tight-knit team dedicated to making a difference every day!

Strength
Required Rarely lifting average 5-10 pounds maximum 15 pounds carrying pushing/pulling
Mobility
Required Often prolonged sitting
Required Occasionally standing and walking on hard surfaces bending/stooping
Dexterity
Required Often prolonged fine finger movements
Required Frequently gripping/grasping eye/hand coordination
Required Briefly reaching with both hands

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.