Clerical Assistant - Trauma & Neurosurgery - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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The primary role of the Clerical Assistant in an In-Patient Area/Ambulatory Clinics is to provide administrative and clerical support to the daily operations of the unit. The scope of the position requires proficient skills related to customer service, communication and computer technology. The Clerical Assistant interacts with internal and external health care providers, staff, patients, families, and administration to provide fair, timely and equitable patient access to services.RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides a broad range of secretarial and clerical support to the daily operations of the departmentProvides excellent customer service by phone, in person and electronically for patients, staff and visitorsAnswers and forwards messages, facilitates pages to physicians/consult service providers, and responds to inquiries including patient safety concerns and takes appropriate corrective action;Manages flow of patients/clients/visitors in a customer focused mannerCoordinates timing and record keeping relating to patient admission, discharges, transfers and testsMaintains patient chartsArranges and coordinates appointments and meetings as necessary e.g., arranges for follow-up outpatient appointments at dischargeCollaborates with patient care team (physicians, nurses, clinical assistants, health disciplines, USWs) to support patient care flow, family visits or other unit/department coordination processesManages requests in a timely manner, based on priorityOrganizes transfers, services and equipment for the unitReviews, orders and/or picks up supplies and equipment and maintains inventory, with oversight from CLM or designateUpdates hospital bed management system and unit patient boardsUpdates infection control patient status and related signageLiaising with various hospital departments such as payroll, purchasing, etc. to exchange information and to resolve issues;Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of a recognized Medical Administration program or equivalentCompletion of a medical terminology certificate requiredMRI booking experience requiredExcellent computer experience required in the following software applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), MS4 ADT, Soarian Clinicals, Soarian SchedulingProficiency in the following software applications preferred: Syngo and Carestream.Current clinic experience preferred;Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding clinic environment;Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsGood judgment and discretionAbility to work well under pressureHighly organized and efficient time management skillsProblem solverPresents a calm and pleasant demeanor at all times, uses good judgment and discretion, and works well under pressure;Flexibility in rotating job assignments;Able to prioritize and multitaskExcellent attendance record.In this position, if this department offers day, evening, night, weekend and/or statutory holiday shifts, you may be required to work these shifts on a rotational basis as per the specific needs of the department. Shifts are subject to change based on departmental needs.As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.Quick Apply

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