Clinical Secretary 6

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Vacancy: In-Patient Pediatrics
Work Type: Temporary Part-Time Approx until February 2027

Position: Clinical Secretary 6 – Unifor Clerical
Location: WRHN @ Midtown

Position Summary:

Clerical function of the Patient Care Unit, reception duties, Including transcribing doctor’s orders. Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Position supports the NICU, Inpatient Pediatric unit, and Children’s Outpatient Clinic. Candidate will be trained to work in all three units

Position Requirements:

• Post-secondary medical secretarial or health office administration diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Medical terminology
• Previous ward clerk or related office environment experience, including registration skills
• Ability to transcribe doctor’s orders
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office software
• Effective communication & organization skills
• Good attendance record

Application Instructions:

EMPLOYEES OF WRHN MIDTOWN & CHICOPEE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Attention Registered Nurses: Please provide a copy of your resume when applying to the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered.

Attention UNIFOR Members: Effective June 1, 2013, applications for postings outside a candidate’s home unit/department will not be considered if no résumé has been provided.

Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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Attention Registered Nurses: Please provide a copy of your resume when applying to the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered.