Position Number: 241820-67
Position Available: Clerk IV
Status: Temporary Full Time Equivalent (0.7 FTE) this position falls under the PT collective agreement
Department: Laboratory - Pathology
Union: CUPE
Shifts: Days
Rate of Pay: $29.68/hr - $30.88/hr
Posting Date: June 11, 2026
Closing Date: June 18, 2026
Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on June 18, 2026.
About Joseph Brant Hospital:
Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.
JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.
Position Summary:
Responsibilities:
Duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Carry out office functions as assigned by the Pathologists and Lab Manager, which includes Pathology Transcription: Surgical, Cytology and Autopsy reports
- Transcribe gross dictation for Pathology Assistant(s), Histology Technologist(s) and Pathologist(s).
- Send out all slides, blocks and reports physically and in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and/or Pathology Tracking system
- Sorting and scanning laboratory reports and consults into the LIS
- Participate in training and orientation of new staff
- Support with document development and statistical reports as required
- Assist and direct auxiliary staff as required
- Support departmental scheduling and provide coverage of clerical duties as required
Qualifications:
- Medical Transcription Certificate, plus a minimum of one year pathology experience mandatory
- Exceptional editing and proofreading skills
- Must possess excellent typing skills (minimum of 65 words per minute)
- Experience transcribing College of American Pathologists Synoptic Reports
- Preference will be given to candidates with hospital transcription experience.
- Experience transcribing various dialects and accents
- Demonstrated strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Must be able to work independently in a busy environment with many distractions
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a team
- Proficiency with Lanier Dictation System, Meditech Client Server, Microsoft Office, Omnitech Document Control Program and computer applications an asset
- Ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks and work independently is essential
- Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and performance required
- Minimum two years of general office experience
Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.
Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [email protected] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
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