The Pathology Clerk is responsible for clerical support within the Pathology Department. Other duties include: assisting Pathologist with requests for clinical trials, consultations, labels and requisitions. This includes gathering Pathology material for send out, packaging, shipping, tracking and documenting applicable information. Make phone calls for Pathologist as well answer incoming phones calls. Communicating effectively with physicians, management, pathology staff, other staff, patients, family members, etc. The Pathology Clerk will be responsible transcribe Pathologist report for Coroner autopsies and referral/consult letters. The Pathology Clerk complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a protected work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated team leadership and facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team approach and to adhere to accepted standards of personal conduct
Demonstrated evidence of high standards in all aspects of communication
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining / enhancing professional competence through participation in appropriate continuing education activities
Robust organizational skills
General valuable health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position
Demonstrates a commitment to participate in Quality Improvement Initiatives/Programs
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work as a member of an integrated healthcare team
Bilingualism – preferred
Basic computer literacy – required
EDUCATION/TRAINING EXPERIENCE:
Grade 12 education – required
Graduate of an approved Medical Secretarial programme or Transcription programme-required
Previous Pathology transcription experience - required
Medical Terminology – required (will be tested)
Previous Pathology experience - preferred
Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
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