Clerk II

The successful incumbent will be responsible for all front office clerical functions such as:
Patient reception and registration
Chart preparation
Appointment booking
Filing
Communication with physicians, staff, patients and visitors
Answer telephone inquiries
Order supplies
Order entry for lab, diagnostic and doctor requests
Other general office duties
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.
Recent Medical Office Administration diploma from a recognized college or a minimum of 1 year recent relevant clerical experience in a healthcare setting required
Medical terminology certificate required
Previous experience in Surgical preferred
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Minimum of 30 wpm typing speed required
Must have fast and accurate data entry skills
Experience using patient related databases, e.g. Meditech
Must be able to prioritize workload and function independently in a busy environment
Good interpersonal and organizational skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good customer service skills
Able to diplomatically respond to inquiries from staff, volunteers, patients, family members and members of the general public
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English fluently
Must be physically able to perform the job: prolonged periods of time sitting; standing; walking; and pushing and pulling variety of wheeled equipment.
Must be available for shifts on short notice
Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

Employment type
Part-time

Work arrangement
No