Vacancy Detail

CUPE

Job Title: Unit Clerk
Status: Temporary Full Time (~12 Month Contract)
Department: 3E IP Surgery, LHAP
Program: Surgical Program
Days, Weekenda; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $28.340 - $29.620 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500001956

This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 3 July 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 10 July 2025.


POSITION DESCRIPTION:

To function as a unit clerk, performing a wide variety of clerical duties such as: maintaining patient charts; facilitating the admission/discharge/ transfer process; maintaining confidentiality of information; documenting and maintaining a variety of statistical information for the unit; answering the telephone and taking accurate messages. Inputting into the computer and writing reports; and performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Medical Office Administration Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
* Proven knowledge of medical terminology (tested);
* Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested - basic level);
* Proven keyboarding skills of 35 wpm (tested);
* Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations;
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;
* Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing education and learning;
* Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public;
* Must have a satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area;


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

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

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.