Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Union: CUPE Clerical Bargaining Unit

New or Replacement: Replacement

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Surgical Oncology - 10 Eaton South (10ES)

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Wage Range: $20.83 - $26.04 per hour

Hours: Varies

Shifts: Days/Evenings/Week Days/Weekends

Status: Casual

Closing Date: August 13, 2026

Position Summary

10ES Surgical Oncology inpatient unit is built on a robust foundation of interprofessional teamwork, dedicated to providing high quality person-centered care. The adult patient population includes elective and emergency admissions of surgical and non-surgical patients. Our focus is head and neck, plastic and breast restoration, Gynecology and urology surgical oncology.

The unit is comprised of both Level 1 (ward) and Level 2 (acute care unit/step-down) beds. This is a high acuity, fast-paced unit.

Duties

As a member of the Surgical Oncology Inpatient Unit, the principal responsibilities of the Ward Clerk include:

Performing patient admitting/registration function





Performing patient administrative services; organizing and maintaining patient charts, electronic and paper information filing systems(s)

Performing reception responsibilities

Performing unit administrative services

Providing routine clerical support services

Ensuring efficient operation of the unit, within scope of authority

Performing cross-functional duties, as assigned and/or required

Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent

Completion of a post secondary secretarial arts program at the certificate level or recognized equivalent preferred

Knowledge of medical terminology

General knowledge of office practices, processes and procedures

Previous on-the-job word processing and spreadsheet experience

Experience working in a fast paced environment

Experience working in a health care environment an asset

Experience working in a Microsoft Office software environment an asset

1 year to less than 2 years practical and related experience and/or 3 months to less than 6 months on the job training

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to handle difficult patients and/or situations

Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards

Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task

Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy

Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies

Additional Information

Why join UHN?





In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive offer packages

Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

At University Health

Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Department: Surgical Program

Compensation: CAD 20.83 - CAD 26.04 - hourly

📌 Ward Clerk (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto