Position Details

Posting #: 32361

Department: Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health - Support Staff

Employee Type: Temporary, Full Time

If Temporary, Number of Weeks: 78

Union: CUPE

Openings Remaining: 1

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Friday

Time of Day: Days

Shift: Rotating, 7.5 hour

Shift Start: 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 18/09/2025

Closing Date: 25/09/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Position Summary This position is responsible for performing clerical administrative duties as required at the Firestone Ambulatory Clinic and all associated clinics within the Firestone Program. Duties include reception and registration of patients, answering telephones, calling patients to confirm appointments, relaying messages, booking patients for various tests and doctor visits, typing reports and correspondence, submitting reports, transcription, filing, chart preparation, and other related clerical duties as assigned by Ambulatory Clinic Supervisor and/or Manager. Supporting all clinics of the Firestone Ambulatory Clinic.

Qualifications

• 2 year post-secondary diploma in Office Administration - Health Services from an accredited school is required
• Medical terminology certificate required
• Basic skill level in MS Word, spelling and typing is required
• Basic skill level in medical spelling and medical terminology required
• Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process.
• Knowledge about Firestone Clinic and activity is an asset
• Two years of current related office experience or customer service experience is required
• Experience in medical transcription
• Current experience with Electronic Medical Record software (EPIC) and booking diagnostic tests using all hospital electronic solutions is required
• Excellent work performance and attendance record is essential
• Maintain excellent interpersonal relationships while handling multiple tasks, conflicting priorities and frequent interruptions
• Must be able to set own priorities, ensuring patient and customer service is of utmost importance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent conflict resolution skills

WAGE RATE Hourly: $28.19.....$29.40.....$30.61 (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

St. Joe’s fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH . We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.