Receptionist – Renal Clerical
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Department: Pre-Dialysis-Renal Clerical
DESCRIPTION:
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Performs scheduling and clerical duties to support the operation of the Renal Program, including scheduling of appointments, preparation of patient charts, and transcription of dictation. Compiles types and photocopies correspondence, memoranda, notices, reports statistics, agendas and minutes. Maintains files, data, records and reports. Opens, reads and distributes department mail and responds to inquiries.
- Performs reception duties such as answering the telephone, making appointments, receiving messages, and referring inquiries of a routine and confidential nature.
- Arranges meetings, interviews, and appointments and notifies participants accordingly. Books space and audio-visual equipment as required as required for classes and committee meetings.
- Prepares payroll sheets for signature as required. Prepares and processes hospital and billing requisitions. Orders and maintains inventory of stationery and other supplies as necessary.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-year Office Administration - Medical Diploma or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Two years clerical experience in a healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Windows based spreadsheet applicants (Excel Level 1) and Windows based word processing applications is essential (Word Level 2).
- Keyboarding speed of 40 wpm on test.
- Demonstrated ability with above average written and verbal communication skills, including good grammar, composition and spelling.
- Evidence of strong organizational skill with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential.
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, courteously and tactfully with all types of people.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Proven ability to attend work regularly.
- Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.
Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSC is committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.
Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.
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