Overview
Admin Assistant – Director Emergency Department Jobs in Toronto at Unity Health Toronto
The primary role of the Administrative Assistant is to conduct the business support functions of the office of the Sr. Clinical Program Director of the Emergency Care Program. This includes providing administrative, organizational, project coordination, and secretarial support to the Sr. Clinical Program Director and teams of this busy portfolio that is undergoing substantial growth and multiple redevelopment projects.
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, proactive, organized, and have the ability to use critical thinking and sound judgment while being flexible in providing highly skilled support to both internal and external stakeholders. The ability to maintain a high standard of professionalism and confidentiality is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintains an organized office by daily monitoring of office activities, monitoring emails and by coordinating workflow and setting priorities.
Coordinates the daily schedule and committee meetings for the Senior Clinical Director of Emergency Care.
Attends meetings and records, transcribes and disseminate minutes.
Orders office stationery/equipment.
Composes and types memos, letters, spreadsheets, presentations, proposals and other correspondence for internal/external communication purposes.
Completes payroll time entry, facilitates and resolves issues relating to the payroll process for the team reporting to the Senior Clinical Director of the Emergency Care Program.
Organizes and assists with scheduling special events (ie. conferences, retreats, workshops), staff recognition and team building events (luncheons, farewell events).
Coordinates teleconferences, audiovisual supports, flyers, event marketing etc.
Facilitates out of country/province travel coordination for the Director.
Design, development and implementation of documents (flyers, templates, event timeline, charts), formatting forms (chart audits, flowsheets),
Assists with tracking and monitoring budget using spreadsheets, databases, etc.; compiles expense receipts for reimbursement.
Prepares cheque requisitions and ICT request forms as needed.
Contributes to efficient and effective program management by proactively responding to issues and concerns as required.
Ensures prompt communication of messages from internal and external stakeholders and facilitates follow-up communication, using appropriate judgment and discretion at all times.
Completes other duties and special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Successful completion of an Office Administration Program or related years of work experience in an administrative assistant position.
Minimum five (5) years’ related experience in a senior level administrative capacity in a health care environment preferred
Advanced knowledge and skill with MS-Office, Outlook, scheduling and budgeting programs.
Typing/word processing skills at the 60 wpm level.
Excellent communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills coupled with a strong customer service orientation.
Ability to effectively act as an agent/liaison for the Senior Clinical Director of Emergency Care with good judgment and discretion of respecting confidential information.
Excellent organization and priority setting skills including demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple and complex initiatives.
Evidence of creativity in work i.e., presentation skills, development of packages, flyers, marketing.
Strong track record of establishing positive internal/external relationships, which facilitate and enhance the image of the office of professional practice at a local, regional and national level.
Must be able to function as a member of a team and work independently
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to handle internal and external request competently, while managing confidentiality
Prioritizing workload efficiently and effectively to meet predictable and unpredictable deadlines
Must have an excellent attendance record and be able to work flexible hours based on critical needs
As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. Please note, if you are extended an offer of employment, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in Ontario QR Code format. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
Note: Internal applicants will need to apply internally, otherwise your application will not be considered.
Title: Admin Assistant – Director Emergency Department
Company: Unity Health Toronto
Location: Toronto
