Zone: Central Zone
Location: Fogo Island Health Centre
Stenographer II
Central Zone - FIH Health Records
Temp Call-In
Hours Call in as needed (Shift Work)
Salary CG26 (CAD24.54 - CAD27.16 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0001673
Posted Date 2024-10-08
Closing Date Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications
Definition of work:
This is a responsible secretarial position of a confidential nature in the Health Records Department. This position entails stenographic work involving typing and word processing in narrative form from oral dictation and dictating equipment for professional staff. Work involves performing clerical, reception, administrative, and appointment scheduling duties for the department, as well as, use of specialized terminology. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.
Physical Demands:
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
" Regularly required to lift/move objects up to 10 lbs. and use a cart to transport objects within the building. Push/pull forces in the sedentary range (0-10lbF).
" Occasionally required to bend/twist, stretch/reach, and/or complete low-level postures (kneeling/crouching/stooping).
" Constant sitting is required. Workflow may provide opportunity to occasionally stand and walk to take postural breaks at regular intervals.
" Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.
Required qualifications:
" Completion of a two-year Office Administration course approved by Central Health.
" Completion of a 60-hour Medical Terminology course.
" Successful completion of a computer course in Word Perfect Windows and Microsoft Word.
" Must have a minimum typing speed of 60 words per minute (Typing test required).
" Consistent demonstration of the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
" A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
" A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.
Preferred qualifications:
" Demonstrated experience in medical transcription of a progressively responsible nature.