Clinical Documentation and Reporting Clerk (24-73)

Northern College is seeking a Clinical Documentation and Reporting Clerk in our Health Sciences and Emergency Services department. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, specifically the ability to work with students and other staff, to provide clear and consistent direction in a timely manner, and the ability to explain clinical requirements to different stakeholders. In addition, the successful candidate will have knowledge of business software applications such as Word Processing, spreadsheets and Outlook.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Dean of Health Sciences and Emergency Services, the successful candidate will support the BScN, PN, PSW, Med Lab, ECE, and potential other new programs in the collection of clinical documentation for students (e.g. MMR, Polio, Tetanus/Diptheria/Pertusis, Varicella immunizations and criminal reference checks) and TB testing services as per requirements of partner agencies for student placements for each of the above programs. This role would support students across multiple campuses throughout the year.

What you will be doing:

• Communicate in a timely manner with incoming and current students regarding clinical documentation requirements;
• Meet with students to receive their documentation, maintain a secure tracking system of clinical documentation submitted and ensure appropriate follow-up with students regarding outstanding requirements;
• Liaise with external agencies and clinical partners regarding any updates or additional requirements for students in the clinical setting and ensure the appropriate College staff are informed and College documents are updated accordingly; and
• Arrange for and deliver TB skin testing clinics at each campus for all students as required.

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• 2-year diploma in the field of Practical Nursing or related/equivalent;
• Minimum 3 years experience in a nursing environment;
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse with membership in good standing; and
• Current liability insurance;

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Tuition assistance;
• Generous vacation and holiday closure;
• Group insurance benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, LTD, etc.); and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal reference check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at  www.northerncollege.ca/careers/