Administrative Clerk

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alice; On-site; CAD 32,265 - 45,954; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking an Administrative Clerk in Port Alice, responsible for clerical support in a Primary Health Care Centre. Candidates must have a Grade 12, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong communication skills, along with the ability to type at 55 w.p.m. This position requires supporting diverse health service functions and general inquiries. The role is casual with a salary of $28.39 per hour, beginning February 23, 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and medical terminology required.
• Two years' related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.

Responsibilities

• Support the Primary Health Care Centre interdisciplinary team.
• Provide clerical support including word/data processing.
• Answer general inquiries related to programs and policies.

Skills

Keyboarding at 55 w.p.m.

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for the role

Education

Grade 12

Medical terminology

Two years' recent related experience

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830-1630 or 0830-1230

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$28.39 - $28.39

Paid FTE

NA

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

NA

Planned Start Date

Feb. 23 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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

Yes

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 Manager or designate, the Administrative Clerk supports the Primary Health Care Centre interdisciplinary team and is responsible for prioritizing and relaying information in order to meet the needs of those who rely on a Primary Health Care Centre for the provision of health services. In addition, the Administrative Clerk provides clerical support duties, which include word/data processing, typing medical and legal reports and documents, referrals to specialists, data base retrieval, answering general inquiries related to programs and policies, and other support services according to regional standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, medical terminology and two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination ofeducation, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to keyboard at 55 w.p.m.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.