Job Description

CancerCare Manitoba is the provincial agency responsible for cancer control and blood disorders, including prevention, early detection, care and treatment, research, palliation and education throughout Manitoba. We invite applications for the position of:

Unit Assistant / Unit Clerk

Radiation Therapy - MacCharles

Term, Full Time (1.0 EFT)

Maternity/ Parental Leave

May 23, 2023 - March 23, 2024 (may expire with 2 weeks\' notice)

Competition #: 151-23-7142091

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Radiation Therapy Manager, the incumbent, as a member of a multidisciplinary team, performs a variety of tasks and acts as a communication link for the Radiation Therapy Department within a patient care area.

Unit assistant duties include a variety of supportive functions for patients and staff; intra & inter-facility patient transport, stocking unit supplies, stocking and maintenance of linen, maintaining the cleanliness of the waiting rooms, stretcher bays and service rooms. Clerical tasks include appointment scheduling, contacting patients for radiation appointments, answering telephones and inquiries and checking patients into the department.

The incumbent will interact with patients, general public, health professionals and other hospital personnel. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times according to CCMB policy and PHIA. This position is under the supervision of the Clinical Resource Radiation Therapist.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate from a recognized Health Unit Clerk course and a Health Care Aide course
• The ability to perform physically demanding tasks i.e., transferring and transporting of patients via stretcher or wheelchair for distances of up to 1.0 km, assisting patients, lifting bags of linen
• Excellent computer skills; proficient with MS Word/Excel/Outlook and internet use
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support. (BCLS)
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Will be assessed during the interview process:

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, customer service, problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to stressful situations

Will be assessed during the testing process:

• Computer keyboarding skills of 30 wpm
• Proficient medical terminology (70% pass rate)

Preferred:

• Previous experience as a Unit Assistant and as a Unit Clerk including transporting patients

Asset:

• Previous experience in a patient-care setting
• Working experience with ARIA RO
• Ability to speak French

Salary: As per the CUPE Collective Agreement

Closing Date: May 22, 2023

Proof of English 40S or equivalent proof of English proficiency may be required during the selection process

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority