JOB POSTING #873097
Position: Receptionist
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Joint Department of Medical Imaging
Reports to: Supervisor
Hours: variable/ weekends, week – days and evening
Salary: $18.60 to $23.25 per hour
Status: Casual
Status: Casual
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Receptionist in our JDMI Department.
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The RECEPTIONIST performs a limited number of routine and repetitive activities and functions including: performing reception functions, including: answering, screening and directing telephone calls; scheduling appointments, tests and visits; maintaining schedules for assigned personnel; performing clerical support functions including: word-processing/typing routine correspondence, etc., photocopying; sorting and distributing mail, etc.; providing FAX services; performing cross-functional responsibilities, as required; performing other duties consistent with the job classification.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent required.
Experience:
- Three (3) months related experience required.
- Previous on-the-job word-processing experience required.
- Experience in a Microsoft Office software environment preferred.
- Experience working in a health care environment an asset.
Additional Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent telephone, interpersonal and customer service skills required.
- Excellent verbal communication skills required.
- Good written communication skills required.
- Good organizational and time management skills required.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure required.
- Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations required.
- Knowledge of general office practices, procedures and standards required.
- Knowledge of medical terminology an asset.
If you are interested in making your contribution at UHN, please apply on-line. You will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letter. You will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.
POSTED DATE: March 18, 2021 CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.
