Job Description

Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where \xe2\x80\x9cabove all else the needs of patients come first\xe2\x80\x9d, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of \xe2\x80\x9cTransforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning\xe2\x80\x9d, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada\'s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Schroeder Arthritis Institute, Outpatient Clinics
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Manager
Grade: A0:05
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Salary: $21.81 - $27.26 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Three days a week
Status: Temporary Part Time (1 year)
Closing Date: October 4, 2024Duties

• Utilizes knowledge of medical terminology and exercises judgment or decision-making to provide secretarial and clerical services, in support of professional/medical personnel
• Provides word processing/typing services for assigned personnel
• Performs reception responsibilities
• Maintains written and/or electronic calendar/schedules
• Administers and monitoring billing procedures and budgeting records
• Provides support with small and/or informal meetings/events
• Maintains and modifying confidential medical electronic/paper filing/retrieval methods, systems, and/or formats
• Provides functional supervision to lower classified clerical position(s)
• Ensures the efficient operation of the office

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent
• Completion of recognized medical office administration program at the diploma level or equivalent
• Completion of a medical terminology course
• One (1) year related medical administrative support experience
• Previous on-the-job computer/word-processing, database and spreadsheet software experience, in a Microsoft Office Environment preferred
• OHIP billing
• Very good command of medical terminology
• Very good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Good organization and time management skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Experience working in a health care environment preferred
• Experience working in a teaching hospital environment preferred
• Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards

Additional InformationIn addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN\'s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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