Ward Clerk, Transitional Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


Bedford, Quebec, Canada Shannex Incorporated Full time
Job Title: Ward Clerk, Transitional Care

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Ward Clerk to join our Transitional Care Centre team in Bedford, Nova Scotia. As a Ward Clerk, you will be responsible for performing clerical functions and related tasks to support the smooth operation of the inpatient unit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receives and routes telephone calls, greets and directs visitors as appropriate; provides routine information and responds to inquiries from clients, visitors, and staff.
  • Maintains and distributes all nursing forms.
  • Prepares photocopies and facsimiles and operates a variety of office equipment; maintains and distributes office supplies.
  • Establishes, maintains, processes, and updates files, records, and other documents, including master lists, client admissions/ transfers / discharges; maintains client discharge files.
  • Monitors fire alarm panel, security alarm panel and front door and follows safety and security duties as per facility policy.
  • May book medical appointments and arranges transportation.
  • Ensures client safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided.
  • Collaborates with NSH to accurately record admissions, discharges, and deaths.
  • Performs clerical duties related to procedures such as admission, discharge, transfers, death.
  • Assembles and prepares the appropriate charts and forms;
  • Updates patient census and disposition of records and reports;
  • Routes patient records according to established procedures;
  • After discharge, prepares health record chart and sends to NSH Health Records.
  • Files reports of tests, procedures, consultations

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • A graduate of an approved 2 year Office Administration / Professional Secretarial diploma or university degree (i.e., Bachelor of Secretarial Science).
  • Five years of related experience preferred.
  • Must possess essential secretarial skills, a strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality.
  • Medical Terminology.
  • Previous experience working in a health field is considered an asset.
  • Ability to type 80 words per minute;
  • Knowledge of general office procedures and equipment;
  • Ability to operate personal computers including various software packages including Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Publisher and various database software applications;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information;

About Us

Shannex Incorporated is a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by patients and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Care at Home team members and Transitional Care who create an exceptional patient experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.



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