Clerk - Perioperative Services

**Job Number**:
J0824-0346

**Job Title**:
Clerk - Perioperative Services

**Department**:
Operating Room

**Job Type**:
Permanent Part Time

**Job Category**:
Administration / Clerical

**Union**:
OPSEU Office & Clerical

**Open Positions**:
1

**Date Posted**:
September 6, 2024

**Closing Date**:
September 13, 2024

**Salary**:
$26.11 - $28.40/Hour

**Hours of Work**:

- every other weekend, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value _Trust, Courage and Teamwork_. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, of Perioperative & Perianesthesia Services the Perioperative Clerk is responsible for supporting clerical functions within the Perioperative Department.

**Qualifications**:

- Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent is required
- Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course required
- Successful completion of the Hospitals Electronic Medical Record (EMR) training required upon hire
- Completion of Medical Office Administration program is an asset
- Completion of a recognized post-secondary diploma/degree is an asset
- Two (2) years related experience required in a perioperative setting.
- Demonstrated computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Excel and Word).
- Good working knowledge of SURGINET, PM office, SN report builder preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to run program reports and correct anomalies through SURGINET preferred
- Familiarity with the OR Booking document preferred
- Good working knowledge of ordering specialized implants for Ophthalmology and Orthopedic Services, with attention to detail, preferred
- Wait Time System (WTIS) data input preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hospital structure and functions.
- Demonstrated keyboarding skills minimum 50 words per minute.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills to interact with a range of individuals in a variety of situations and settings, which require tact, discretion, and confidentiality
- Demonstrated ability to be highly motivated and flexible.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and adapt quickly to new situations/challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload and multitask under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a productive team member.
- Must be able to demonstrate through performance, a thorough understanding of discretion and confidentiality.
- Satisfactory work performance and attendance record.

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Our Employees Enjoy
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

Accomodation in the Workplace
- Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially._

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required