Company DescriptionUHN 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.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Thoracic Surgery and Respirology Reports to: Nurse Manager Hours: 22.5 Hours per Week Shifts: 12 Hour Days - Weekends Status: Permanent Part-Time Closing Date: October 3, 2025Duties
Performing reception responsibilities
Providing clerical support
Organizing and maintaining patient charts, electronic and paper information filing systems
Performing patient administration functions including scheduling and coordinating appointments/meetings/events
Maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedules, etc.
Coordinating unit administrative functions
Ensuring the efficient operation of the unit, within the scope of authority
Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required
Qualifications
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum one (1) year recent related clerical experience
General knowledge of office practices, processes, and procedures
Previous on-the-job computer word processing/spreadsheet experience
Good data entry/keyboarding skills
Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good problem-solving skills
Ability to produce high quality work in accordance with Hospital standards
Ability to work effectively and safely when dealing with stressful situations
Knowledge of Emergency Assistance Codes
Completion of a recognized post- secondary secretarial arts program at the certificate level or equivalent preferred
Experience working in a Microsoft Office software environment
Experience working in a health care environment preferred
Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred
Additional InformationWhy 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
) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance.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.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.
