POSTING END DATE:

2026-11-12

Position:

Clerk 4 - Medicine and Critical Care

Department:

IP CCC C2

Position Status:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Part time

Temporary Contract End Date:

2027-03-30

Union:

OPSEU CLERICAL 345 (Ontario Public Service Employees Union Clerical 345)

Location:

Peterborough, ON

Language:

English

Salary:

$30.66 - $32.90

per hour

THE PRHC DIFFERENCE:

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.
With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.
PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working setting – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.
PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

What We Offer

We’re committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:

- A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position




- Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
- Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
- On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth

HOURS OF WORK:

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

Approximate # of hours: 18.5

Type of Shifts:

4, 8 and 12-hour shifts; days, evenings stats and weekends

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Inpatient Clerk supports the patient care team and the patient experience on inpatient units. Responsibilities include: reception duties for calls and visits to the unit from internal staff, non-PRHC personnel; non-clinical patient assistance (responding to general inquiries, directing patients and visitors to the most appropriate clinical team member, providing assistance to obtain services); facilitation of communication (receiving mail, fax).

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

- Successful completion of a Hospital Nursing Unit Secretary Certificate or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

WHO YOU ARE:

- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word
- Accurate keyboarding skills: 4500 keystrokes per hour
- Ability to type 35 words per minute
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent telephone manner
- Demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and complete work within set deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to reprioritize tasks
- Demonstrated ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrated effective conflict resolution skills
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📌 Clerk 4 - Medicine and Critical Care (Peterborough)
🏢 Peterborough Regional Health Centre
📍 Peterborough