Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Join a dynamic and compassionate team on Unit 31 at Red Deer Regional Hospital, where we specialize in nephrology and acute care medicine. As a Unit Clerk, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The purpose of the Unit Clerk role is to facilitate the coordination of activity and information on the nursing unit so that the needs of the patient are met in an effective manner. The activity and information may be related to patients, families, and staff, as well as financial and material management. The Unit Clerk is required to perform complex and specialized clerical duties that require extensive knowledge of the department, organization, policies, procedures and standards. This is your opportunity to grow your skills, contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes, and be part of a unit that values respect, teamwork, and excellence in care. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a supportive, learning-focused environment, we welcome you to bring your dedication and compassion to our team.
Description:
As a Unit Clerk, you will be responsible for the efficient flow of communication between health professionals, departments, patients and families while maintaining confidentiality of patient information. You will also be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks which may include reception, greeting and directing visitors, patients and health professionals, maintaining patient records and charts, transcribing and processing physician orders as well as scheduling patient tests and/or treatments. You will also be responsible for performing a range of administrative activities in support of the unit.

Classification:

Unit Clerk

Union:

AUPE GSS

Unit and Program:

Unit 31 - Nephrology and General Medicine

Primary Location:

Red Deer Regional Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.75

Posting End Date:

17-NOV-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

27-NOV-2025

Temporary End Date:

30-NOV-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

4

Shifts per cycle:

15

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$26.07

Maximum Salary:

$31.68

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Unit Clerk Course or equivalent training program.

Additional Required Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have completed a Unit Secretary course or possess equivalent experience, with a solid understanding of medical terminology. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with strong organizational abilities and the capacity to adapt effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Please note: All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent medical/nephrology unit experience is an asset. A strong focus on patient and family centered care is an asset. Recent experience using and documenting in Connect Care an asset.