Ward Clerk

At West Nipissing General Hospital, every role plays a vital part in delivering safe, compassionate care—and our Ward Clerks are at the heart of it all.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented, personable Ward Clerk to support our Nursing Care Unit. If you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, enjoy being the go-to person for communication and coordination, and take pride in helping patients and care teams feel supported, this could be a great fit for you.

As a Ward Clerk, you are the central communication hub of the unit, providing clerical and reception support that helps ensure patient comfort, safety, and smooth daily operations. You work closely with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital services while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

This is a highly valued role where your organizational skills and calm presence make a real difference—every single shift.

• Acting as the primary clerical and reception support for the Nursing Care Unit
• Supporting effective communication between nursing staff, departments, and hospital services
• Accurately managing patient information, documentation, and unit records
• Using hospital and office software to support day-to-day unit operations
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to hospital policies and procedures
• Contributing to a safe, respectful, and collaborative care environment

Required Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course

• Previous related experience is considered an asset
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to learn and operate hospital information systems (e.g., Meditech)
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential information

• Be part of a close-knit hospital that values teamwork and respect
• Make a meaningful contribution to patient care—even behind the scenes
• Work in a supportive environment where your role truly matters
• Serve your local community while building healthcare experience