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Nursing Unit Clerk \xe2\x80\x93 Surgical Services

Department
Surgical Services

Location
Whitehorse General Hospital

Competition No.
2023-236

Closing Date
Monday, April 10, 2023


Classification/Level
PSAC Bargaining Unit/L04

Pay Rate
$29.07 - $36.78

Employment Status
Regular Full Time

Monthly/weekly hours
1.0 FTE


Start Date
Monday, May 1, 2023
Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep?
Yukon Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability. Our organization is an integrated system of hospitals: Whitehorse General Hospital (58 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds). Under the direction of the Clinical Care Manager, the incumbent performs clerical, reception, and material management functions directly related to, or in support of, the delivery of patient care on the nursing unit. Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Knowledge of health care and hospital activities
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Terminology
• Knowledge of medical transcription methods and practices
• Proficient use of office equipment and computers
• Proficient in the use of office software (e-mail, Excel, Word, Power Point, Meditech)
• Effective interpersonal and team skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a stressful environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions

The successful candidate will have completed an Office Assistant \xe2\x80\x93 medical major Certification (10 month intensive program), have current CPR and Non Violent Crisis Intervention certification (or be able to complete this within six months of hire). An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered for this position.
TO APPLY: quote competition #2023-236 and email your resume to careers@yukonhospitals.ca by 4:00 pm April 10, 2023 For more information, contact recruitment at careers@yukonhospitals.ca Visit whitehorse.ca and yukon.ca for more information on Whitehorse and living in the Yukon!
Indigenous Workforce Initiative - We are committed to having a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the community we serve. When applying to YHC Career Opportunities, we invite you to voluntarily self-identify in the email body of your application. Please do so in whatever manner you feel accurately reflects who you are. You will then be connected with Yukon Hospitals\xe2\x80\x99 Indigenous Workforce Initiative (IWI), where you can receive support with application materials, hear about additional training or mentorship opportunities, and ask any questions you have. All self-identification information will remain confidential. You are also welcome to contact IWI supports before submitting your application at IWI@wgh.yk.ca or call 867-332-7203. Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen. Posting Date: March 27, 2023