Admitting Clerk II - Health Information Services (North Cumberland) - Jobs in Pugwash, NS

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Req ID: 110761Location: Northern Zone, North Cumberland Memorial HospitalCompany: NSHADepartment: IMIT HIS Admitting & Registration NCType of Employment: Casual Relief (3% FTE) x 2 position(s)Union Status: CUPEPosting Closing Date: 10-May-21Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager of Health Information Services, the Admitting Clerk II is responsible for the total communication system for the hospital by providing prompt and courteous responses to all methods of communication. (This position consists of 8 and 12 hour rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.) Cross training with Registration and Admitting, including scanning is required.QualificationsGrade 12 or equivalentCompletion of a recognized office procedure/secretarial program, or applicable experience is required.Demonstrated skills and experience with Windows and Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and, Outlook and Explorer, as well as Mainframe computer experience is required.Graduate of an approved Medical Terminology program is required.Related hospital exposure in an applicable setting required.Strong organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks required.Demonstrated skill in working collaboratively and effectively with others.Ability and willingness to meet challenges and adapt to changing situations essential.Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred.PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Hours of WorkCasual relief positionsSalary Information$20.0857 - $21.9045 HourlyThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.Criminal Record CheckProof of education & training certificationsProof of any additional required qualificationValid registration with the relevant licensing bodySubmission of immunization record along with health assessment documentationProof of SIN numberHiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit - CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.