The Unit Clerk is a vital member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, responsible for managing the full scope of administrative operations on designated care, treatment, and unit care areas. Acting as a central liaison among patients, families, and clinical staff, the Unit Clerk ensures timely and accurate communication, documentation, and coordination of care related processes. Unit Clerks apply their knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare systems to support admissions, transfers, and discharges; maintain essential records; and facilitate smooth unit workflow. They also oversee inventory and supplies, assist with scheduling and timekeeping functions, and serve as Downtime Captains during system outages, helping ensure continuity of operations in high pressure environments. In rare or exceptional circumstances, and in the interest of maintaining seamless, efficient, and patient centred care, the Unit Clerk may provide limited assistance to clinical colleagues within the boundaries of their training, skills, and established role. Together, these responsibilities highlight the essential contribution Unit Clerks make in creating an organized, responsive, and reliable care environment that supports patients, residents and the interdisciplinary team. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 2111 Collective Agreement.

- Classification: Unit Clerk
- Union: COV CUPE 2111
- Unit and Program: Neonatal Intensive Care MCH
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.60




- Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 01-DEC-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 6
- Shifts per cycle: 18
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $26.07
- Maximum Salary: $31.68
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Must have a Certificate from a recognized training program which includes a practicum component. A course in Medical Terminology is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Completion of a Unit Clerk Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution is required, along with knowledge of medical office terminology. Proficiency with Connect Care and experience with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Meditech are required. Solid organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize tasks and remain calm in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. A high level of accuracy in spelling, grammar, and punctuation is required. The role involves frequent interruptions and requires the ability to push, pull, and lift office supplies on a regular basis, as well as sit for extended periods. Flexibility to work rotating shifts is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of one year of recent experience as a unit clerk in a pediatric or neonatal acute care or ambulatory setting is preferred. Training and experience with Oracle.

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