Administrative Assistant I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary) is seeking an Administrative Assistant I to support a program or department under the Vancouver Island Health Authority. You will perform secretarial duties and handle administrative tasks to help ensure patient and staff safety and quality improvements.

The role requires Grade 12 with related coursework and three years of experience in a large complex organization, preferably in a clinical setting, plus strong

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus related coursework in office or business administration.
• Three years of related experience in a large complex organization, preferably in a clinical program/portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Carry out secretarial duties and administrative tasks for a program or department.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Typing

Organization

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12 + related coursework in office administration

Job description

Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary)

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$25.36 - $33.28

Planned Start Date

Aug. 12 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Director, the Administrative Assistant I is responsible for carrying out secretarial duties and associated administrative tasks for a program or department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 plus additional related course work in office or business administration and three (3) years' related experience in a large complex organization, preferably in a clinical program/portfolio.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to type.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.