Hospital Unit Clerk
2012-13 Information
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The Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate Program is a 335-hour (approximately) part-time program that prepares graduates for the challenging and rewarding career of looking after the administrative and clerical requirements of a hospital unit. Students are examined in theory and practical components and, upon successful completion, receive a certificate.
Skilled Unit Clerks who bring an excellent work ethic and attention to detail, compassion for people and a positive attitude to their jobs are needed in our health care system! These positions offer a competitive union wage (currently $20.77 hour + 11.4% for casual work = approx. $23.13), flexible hours, a fast-paced interactive environment, and an interesting variety of duties.
The program goal is to prepare students to apply for employment in a hospital as a Unit Clerk. Program graduates will have been taught the skills to:
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and other members of the health care team.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the organization, structure, and function of the various departments of a hospital.
- Function effectively in fast-paced environment, often in emergency situations.
- Prioritize, process, coordinate, and transcribe physician's orders and perform necessary follow-up actions.
- Perform clerical duties related to the hospital unit and patient records.
- Identify, pronounce and correctly spell the names of commonly used hospital drugs.
- Perform clerical and standard receptionist duties relating to the overall care of patients.
- Have a knowledge of and ability to work within general hospital codes of ethics.
Download the 2012-13 Brochure for more information.
Credential Options:
- Certificate in Hospital Unit Clerk
