Unit Clerk

CUPE

Job Title:

Unit Clerk

Status:
Casual Part Time

Department: AJAX LTC ADMIN SERVICES

Program:
Long Term Care

Schedule:

4, 8, and 12 Hour Shifts, Days, Evenings, and Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location:

Lakeridge Health Ajax, ON - Long Term Care

Wage

Schedule:

$28.980 - $30.290 per hour

CUPE:

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

• Greeting visitors, determine purpose of visit, and direct visitors to appropriate person or service.
• Answer and forward telephone calls, take messages, schedule appointments; schedule or secure transportation for residents and others as requested.
• Placing outgoing calls as requested.
• Maintain records as required and performs clerical work as assigned following Lakeridge Gardens policies and procedures; maintain current, orderly filing system.
• Distribute mail.
• Maintain office equipment by following guidelines in owner manuals and contacting service repair as necessary. Monitor front door for residents at risk.
• Extensive knowledge of Lakeridge Health's relevant collective agreements in order to support staffing and scheduling as required.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of programs with Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested).
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested - basic level).
• Proven keyboarding skills of 30 wpm (tested).
• Exceptional organizational skills will enable you to prioritize, coordinate and perform a wide range of clerical duties necessary to the efficient functioning of the department.
• Knowledge of Meditech.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written in order to effectively interact with all levels of staff, patients and their families.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy.
• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable