Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there’s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you’ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Health Information Services, the Health Information Clerk is responsible for all functions related to the efficient and accurate processing of patient information, registration, admission, transfer and discharge of all clients/patients and performs general clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, faxing and scanning of documents. The Health Information Clerk also carries out courteous and efficient switchboard/hospital communication functions, including the use of emergency and paging systems. The Health Information Clerk exhibits sound judgment and initiative, while working within the Mission, Vision and Strategic Directions and incorporates into daily practice the Core Competencies and Values of the organization.
Qualifications
Grade 12, plus successful completion of a recognized medical office/business administration program, or 1 year equivalent secretarial/clerical experience
Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course required
Experience or training in Meditech modules applicable to Health Information Services, i.e. Admission (ADM), Medical Records (MRI) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is an asset
Basic computer skills – Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet, Intranet, with the ability to perform accurate data entry, and the ability to acquire new computer skills as necessary
Excellent communication (listening, verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a high degree of tact, judgment, courtesy and a high level of confidentiality when dealing with all levels of staff and the public
Excellent organizational, follow-through and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and accurately handle multiple priorities
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to work shifts, including weekends and holidays
Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Hours of Work
Casual Relief Position
Shifts may include days, nights and weekends
Travel to various sites may be required
Salary Information
$20.09 – $21.91 hourly
Once You’ve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit please visit Recruitment – Incentives
This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit – NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.
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