Administrative Assistant (Program Clerk - General)

Canadian Blood Services; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for an Administrative Assistant (Program Clerk - General) to provide essential administrative support to the Collections Operations West team in Edmonton. This part-time temporary role requires maintaining accurate records, data entry, and clerical tasks. Applicants should have a secondary school completion and at least two years of related experience. Strong communication, customer service skills, and proficiency in M365 applications are essential. The position offers a hybrid work model with on-site requirements of at least 50%.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of recent related office or administrative experience.
• Experience with Document Management would be an asset.
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written, in English are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to all program activities within the Supply Chain Team.
• Maintain accurate records and perform data entry tasks.
• Handle filing, paying invoices, and clerical tasks as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Record maintenance

Clerical tasks

Customer service

Effective communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of secondary school program

Tools

M365 applications

Windows operating system

Job description

Administrative Assistant (Program Clerk - General)

Location: Edmonton, AB, CA, T6G 2R8 Calgary, AB, CA, T3N 1S5

Full on site presence is required. However, with management approval remote work could be permitted for up to 50% of the time.

Employment status: Temporary part-timePosition's anticipated start date:2026-03-23Position's anticipated end date: 2027-03-18Possible schedule/FTE: 0.8

Classification: CUPE 1846 - CALSalary/Rate of pay: $21.81

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Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a TemporaryPartTime Program Clerk to join our dynamic Collections Operations Westteam in Edmonton or Calgary.

The Collections Operations West team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by providing administrative support to all program activities within the Supply Chain Team. The Program Clerk will provide support in accordance with all regulations, standards and good manufacturing practice.

In this role, you will be responsible for administrative support to all program activities within the Supply Chain Team. You will support in accordance with all regulations, standards and good manufacturing practices.

Formula for success

• Data entry and database maintenance.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Filing.
• Paying invoices.
• Clerical tasks for other departments as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Desired skills and education

• Completion of a secondary school program
• Minimum of two years of recent related office or administrative experience
• Experience with Document Management would be an asset.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers within a Windows operating system. Intermediate skill level required, using M365 applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook software
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, being able to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with others
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written, in English are required
• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships within a team environment as well as with departmental staff, management, volunteers and customers
• Excellent customer service skills are critical, including effective listening skills and the ability to respond effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills, being able to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities within short timelines
• Exceptionally strong attention to detail in all aspects of work

What we offer you

• Percentage in lieu for vacation and paid holiday's.
• Pension Plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, and much more.

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location at least 50% of the time/days of the week if tasks permit.
• Shifts for this role are Monday to Friday 7am-1pm.
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weights up to 10 kgs (22 lbs).

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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