Unit Clerk
- Calgary, AB, Canada
- Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area, Canada
Temporary
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- Minimum 2 years of Diagnostic Imaging experience.
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- English
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Your Opportunity:
Working under the general direction of the area supervisor, the Booking Clerk performs reception, bookings and other clerical duties for the Diagnostic Imaging department located at Foothills Medical Center. The individual will be required to assist with obtaining and maintaining all records associated with appointments and will work closely with other areas within the Diagnostic Imaging department including Radiologists and FMC units. This position may require extensive walking between several units that would require coverage throughout the shift. Must be able to work all shifts based on operational needs.
Description:
As a Unit Clerk, you will be responsible for the efficient flow of communication between health professionals, departments, patients and families while maintaining confidentiality of patient information. You will also be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks which may include reception, greeting and directing visitors, patients and health professionals, maintaining patient records and charts, transcribing and processing physician orders as well as scheduling patient tests and/or treatments. You will also be responsible for performing a range of administrative activities in support of the unit.
Classification: Unit Clerk Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: DI Administrative Support Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 23-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 14-AUG-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 6 Shifts per cycle: 30 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $28.49 Maximum Salary: $34.62 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Unit Clerk Course or equivalent training program.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Medical Terminology Course required. It's Your Move and CPR certification required. Recognized Business/Clerical course desired. Accurate and proficient keyboarding skills – must be able to type a minimum of 35 wpm. Absolute attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent knowledge of the English language both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional image, manage stressful situations with empathy and to remain calm, courteous, sensitive, and tactful. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Skilled at paying close attention to detail. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Able to prioritize work and cope with frequent interruptions. Minimum 2 years of Diagnostic Imaging experience. Previous electronic Diagnostic Imaging Scheduling experience preferred. Minimum 3 months' recent experience in a hospital or medical environment, involved in booking, reception, and clerical duties preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Windows (Word, Excel, Internet, and Email). Must be able to utilize dual monitors. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and push/pull 50 lbs. May assist healthcare providers with lifting or transferring patients and pushing stretchers. Interventional, Nuclear Medicine and PET booking experience is required. Must be knowledgeable in OR booking processes as well as Interfacility and Pediatric bookings.
Preferred Qualifications:
DI Front Desk and Registration Basics Connect Care experience. Previous Diagnostic Imaging experience.
Working under the general direction of the area supervisor, the Booking Clerk performs reception, bookings and other clerical duties for the Diagnostic Imaging department located at Foothills Medical Center. The individual will be required to assist with obtaining and maintaining all records associated with appointments and will work closely with other areas within the Diagnostic Imaging department including Radiologists and FMC units. This position may require extensive walking between several units that would require coverage throughout the shift. Must be able to work all shifts based on operational needs.
Description:
As a Unit Clerk, you will be responsible for the efficient flow of communication between health professionals, departments, patients and families while maintaining confidentiality of patient information. You will also be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks which may include reception, greeting and directing visitors, patients and health professionals, maintaining patient records and charts, transcribing and processing physician orders as well as scheduling patient tests and/or treatments. You will also be responsible for performing a range of administrative activities in support of the unit.
Classification: Unit Clerk Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: DI Administrative Support Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 23-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 14-AUG-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 6 Shifts per cycle: 30 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $28.49 Maximum Salary: $34.62 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Unit Clerk Course or equivalent training program.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Medical Terminology Course required. It's Your Move and CPR certification required. Recognized Business/Clerical course desired. Accurate and proficient keyboarding skills – must be able to type a minimum of 35 wpm. Absolute attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent knowledge of the English language both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional image, manage stressful situations with empathy and to remain calm, courteous, sensitive, and tactful. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Skilled at paying close attention to detail. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Able to prioritize work and cope with frequent interruptions. Minimum 2 years of Diagnostic Imaging experience. Previous electronic Diagnostic Imaging Scheduling experience preferred. Minimum 3 months' recent experience in a hospital or medical environment, involved in booking, reception, and clerical duties preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Windows (Word, Excel, Internet, and Email). Must be able to utilize dual monitors. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and push/pull 50 lbs. May assist healthcare providers with lifting or transferring patients and pushing stretchers. Interventional, Nuclear Medicine and PET booking experience is required. Must be knowledgeable in OR booking processes as well as Interfacility and Pediatric bookings.
Preferred Qualifications:
DI Front Desk and Registration Basics Connect Care experience. Previous Diagnostic Imaging experience.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide reception, booking, and clerical support for the Diagnostic Imaging department, including scheduling appointments and maintaining associated records. Coordinate communication among healthcare professionals, departments, patients, and families while protecting confidential patient information.
Requirements
Requires Grade 12 or equivalent, an accredited Unit Clerk course or equivalent training, medical terminology, CPR certification, and at least two years of Diagnostic Imaging experience. Candidates must have strong clerical, communication, keyboarding, and computer skills, with experience in specialized imaging bookings and the ability to meet the role’s physical demands.
Skills
- Reception
- Appointment Booking
- Diagnostic Imaging Scheduling
- Patient Records Management
- Medical Terminology
- Keyboarding
- Written and Oral Communication
- Confidentiality
- Attention to Detail
- Prioritization
- Stress Management
- Independent Work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Electronic Scheduling
- Patient Registration
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- Healthcare
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Unit Clerk
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Medical Terminology
- CPR Certification
- It's Your Move
- Reception
- Appointment Booking
- Electronic Scheduling
- Patient Records
- Patient Charts
- Physician Orders
- Interventional Imaging
- Nuclear Medicine
- PET
- Operating Room Booking
- Interfacility Bookings
- Pediatric Bookings
- Connect Care
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Internet
- Dual Monitors
- Keyboarding
- Patient Registration
- Confidentiality
- Hospital Environment