Admitting Clerk I

Reporting to the Supervisor, Health Information Management, this position is in the main Patient Registration office and the Emergency Registration office and is responsible for ensuring appropriate insurance and preferred accommodation documentation is obtained. Registrations may also be done at bedside on the unit and in Triage for EMS patients using a Workstation on Wheels. Must maintain confidentiality of all information handled at all times. Must maintain a positive public image to patients, hospital visitors and staff and provide professional service at all times in keeping with Covenant’s Mission, Vision and Values. Must be dependable and reliable. Please note: Classifications Under Review. Description: This position is responsible for the registration of inpatients, emergency and outpatients onto the hospital's computerized systems. The Admitting Clerk provides visitors, patients and staff with patient information and general directions. This position is the first point of contact for patients coming into the hospital to be registered. The Admitting Clerk is required to facilitate the delivery of patients registration and information by providing a high level of support and assistance to staff and patients/families. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement. Union: COV CUPE 41 Unit and Program: Patient Registration Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.50 Posting End Date: 26-AUG-2024 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 09-SEP-2024 Temporary End Date: 16-SEP-2025 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 5 Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $23.52 Maximum Salary: $28.60 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: High School diploma or recognized equivalent required. Medical terminology coursework is required. Additional Required Qualifications: Post-secondary education applicable to position – MOA/Unit Clerk/Admitting Clerk required, Medical Terminology - testing done prior to interview. Accurate typing speed of 40 wpm - testing done prior to interview. Strong computer skills required. Demonstrated proficiency in the English language, both written and oral required. Employs effective communication skills, promoting and adhering to excellent customer service in every interaction regardless of who it is with. Ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment, including working under pressure, adapting and responding to changing priorities and meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Able to work all shifts as operationally required. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent attention to detail. Previous experience working with the public or in a hospital or medical office interacting with patient information is preferred. Previous Registration experience preferred. Previous Connect Care experience preferred. Hiring Requirements The following must be provided prior to your first day of work: Security Screening : Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions with Covenant Health. Find Your Calling Our diverse teams of employees, physicians and volunteers share a deep commitment to serve - selflessly sharing their gifts and talents for the greater good. We support each individual's personal calling to serve. Our culture enables decision-making at all levels, healthy relationships, personal and professional growth, ethical discernment and wellness. We welcome people of all faiths, cultures and traditions. We celebrate the contributions of all our employees, and strive to create a community of care that brings hope and healing to both caregivers and those we serve. Join our team today and find your calling. Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr