Ward Clerk, Inpatient Surgery

Employment Status

Regular Part-time

Department

Inpatient Surgery 5 West

Job Code

7187

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Vision of
_Together, a healthier community for everyone. _

Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.

**Current Rate of Pay**: Min $25.61 - Max $ 26.04

**Current Shifts**: 8 and 12 hours shifts, day and evening shift rotation (weekends and holidays included)

**Position Summary**:
The Ward Clerk provides administrative and clerical duties that are essential to the efficient patient flow in the department/unit. A Ward Clerk’s responsibilities include ensuring that medical records, laboratory reports and other patient records are obtained, properly completed and securely stored while being readily available to physicians, nurses and other health care providers. The Ward Clerk assists in the coordination of the efficient and effective operation of the department/unit.

**In this role, you will**:

- Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
- Have access to an amazing total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits, Short and long term disability and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
- Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
- Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
- Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals

Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life’s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone
- It’s one of Ontario's most robust and growing economies
- You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
- There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community

**Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities**:

- Medical Office Administration certificate/diploma and/or recent related medical office experience
- Experience working with Meditech Registration Module and Order Entry
- Intermediate computer skills with 45 wpm keyboarding
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Demonstrated organization and record keeping skills with attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians

Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported and empowered.
- All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH’s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families._