Ward Clerk

Job description

Ward Clerk

P.E.I. Atlantic Baptist Homes Inc.

Centennial Court is a 116 bed not for profit nursing home located in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. We are currently accepting applications for a temporary part time ward clerk

Job Summary:

Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:

Performs clerical duties for the Nursing Department.

He/she answers the phone and relays messages.

He/she records data in the medical record, assembles new records and checks records for completeness.

He/she transcribes physician orders.

He/she acts as a receptionist and directs visitors.

Adheres to the Mission and Values of Atlantic Baptist Nursing Homes.

He/she is responsible to the D.O.N., Resident Care Coordinator or Nurse in Charge.

Qualifications

· Medical Support Services Diploma, must obtain both the Health Unit Coordinator and Medical Clerk of the Program.

· Must have sufficient knowledge of English, spelling, and math to compile reports, make requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical tasks.

· Must have knowledge of medical and technical terminology.

· Must have the mental and physical health sufficient to the demands of the position.

· Must be proficient in computer skills, typing, data entry, filing, and telephone/communication skills.

· Experienced with Windows, Email, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suites.

The Ward Clerk will perform the above listed duties and all other related duties as required.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.05 per hour

Expected hours: 52.5 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person