Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; Presencial; CAD 38.000 - 40.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Island Health is seeking an Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide in Duncan, BC. The role assists with clerical tasks, maintains supplies, and helps collect client information while supporting vision and hearing screening activities for children in school or clinic settings.

The position involves coordinating appointments, working across multiple sites, and adhering to safety and privacy guidelines. A Grade 12 diploma plus related certificates and experience are required, with a Criminal

Formación

• Grade 12 with related certificates and one year of related experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and office software is preferred.
• Ability to operate computer systems and databases.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain inventories of supplies and clerical records.
• Book appointments and gather client information.
• Schedule vision and/or hearing screening for Preschool/School aged children.
• Work in school or clinic settings as part of the health unit team.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Rapport with clients

Computers & databases

Typing 60 wpm

Medical terminology

Vision/Hearing screener training

Educación

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

One year related experience

Descripción del empleo

Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide - (237657)

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Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:30-16:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$27.26 - $29.16

Paid FTE

n/a

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

n/a

Planned Start Date

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 (and Audiologist for hearing screening duties), the Admin Support Health Unit Aide provides a variety of clerical and administrative support duties utilizing a variety of computerized applications. Supports the program by performing duties such as maintaining inventories of supplies, booking appointments, gathering of client information; schedules and conducts vision and/or hearing screening for Preschool/School aged children in a school or clinic setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12; Medical Office Assistant Certificate; Office Administration Certificate; and one (1) year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to complete in-house Vision/Hearing Screener training with Audiologist/Vision training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients, including young children, parents, Community partners, staff, teachers and other school staff.
• Working knowledge of computers and databases.
• Keyboard 60 wpm.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.