Administrative Services Assistant & Public Health

Interior Health; Merritt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Merritt, Canada, is looking for a casual Administrative Services Assistant. This role involves providing reception and clerical support, managing administrative tasks like data entry and scheduling while maintaining strong organizational skills. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, an office administration certificate, and recent related experience. This position offers opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits. Apply today to join our dynamic team!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Shift premiums

Employer-paid training

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must possess a Grade 12 diploma.
• Completion of an office administration certificate from a recognized institution.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License required.
• Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential reception and clerical support to the programs.
• Manage a variety of administrative tasks, including data entry and client scheduling.
• Prepare routine correspondence and reports, respond to inquiries, and process fees.
• Assist with maintaining medical/surgical supply inventories and organizing medical equipment.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Accuracy

Typing speed of 40+ nwpm

Education

Certificate from a recognized office administration program

Grade 12

Job description

Overview

Nicola Valley Health Centre has an exciting opportunity for a casual Administrative Services Assistant to join their team.

What will we help you grow?

Join our clerical team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Possible shift times are Monday to Friday day shifts from 08:30 to 16:00. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

What Will You Work On?

As an Administrative Services Assistant, you will provide essential reception, clerical, and support to the programs while upholding Interior Health’s vision, values, and policies. In this role, you will manage a variety of administrative tasks, including data entry, client scheduling, preparing routine correspondence and reports, responding to inquiries, and processing fees. You will also assist with maintaining medical/surgical supply inventories, cleaning and organizing medical equipment, and coordinating the delivery of supplies and biological materials as needed. Your strong organizational skills, accuracy, and ability to multitask will help ensure smooth program operations and contribute to a positive experience for clients and staff.

What should your application include?

• A 5-minute typing test (40+ nwpm) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted).
• An office administration certificate from a recognized institution;
• Your Resume outlining one year of recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week).

If you are an experienced Clerk and want to be challenged in your role, come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience

• Grade 12,
• Certificate from a recognized office administration certificate program, plus
• One year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.
• Ability to type at 40 wpm