Talent on Demand
Vancouver, BC
ASAP Start - Full time hours
The Data Entry Clerk prepares, codes and enters patient identification data into an electronic file, maintains files, and performs clerical duties. This work directly supports COVID-19 Vaccinations. The Health Authorities submit immunization records to an electronic system and we are looking for excellent clerks to process pure data entry into our systems.
What you’ll do
Prepares, codes and enters patient data into computer; issues new patient identification number where required and identifies duplicate record problems and corrects errors
Obtains or clarifies missing or questionable information by contacting appropriate areas and enters missing or corrected information into computer system.
Compares duplicated documents and performs merges by either adding or deleting appropriate data.
Maintains manual files such as cards and slides, and performs associated manual clerical duties when necessary. Responds to routine correspondence and verbal enquiries from medical personnel regarding patient information according to established procedures.
Prepares documents for mailing by labelling and processing through a folder and inserter machine.
Sorts, retrieves, jackets, and files material such as slides, documents and reports.
Performs other related duties as required.
What you bring
Grade 12, training as a keypunch operator and one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Ability to keyboard at 45 w.p.m.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Job type – Casual, Temporary
Location – Vancouver
Hours of work – Full Time – 8:30AM to 4:30PM Monday to Friday
Reference number – TOD02252021
What we do
This position is part of PHSA Talent on Demand – an in-house recruitment service providing talent to PHSA and other healthcare authorities. We manage a robust talent pool of service-minded professionals who are available to start work immediately. Talent on Demand creates a gateway for those who wish to achieve their career goals. Successful candidates will gain significant healthcare experience and can transition into long-term, permanent roles within PHSA. For more information: talentondemand@phsa.ca