Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Gabriola; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking an Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide to join their dedicated team. This role is pivotal in ensuring patient and staff safety while delivering essential clerical and administrative support across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a knack for building rapport with clients, and the ability to work independently. With a focus on quality and safety, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and relevant medical office certifications required.
• 1 year of recent related experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support duties.
• Maintain inventories, book appointments, and conduct screenings.

Skills

Vision/Hearing Screener training

Effective communication

Independent work

Rapport building

Computer and database knowledge

Keyboarding (60 wpm)

Medical Terminology

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

Job description

Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide - (207863)

Gabriola Island Health Centre - Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X0 CA
Ladysmith Community Health Centre - Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 CA
Nanaimo Health Centre - Nanaimo, BC V9S 5K7 CA (Primary)
Princess Royal Family Centre - Nanaimo, BC V9R 2X5 CA

Work Area: Multi-Site
Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time: Not specified
Days Off: Rotating
Vacancy Type: Regular FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $25.54 - $27.22
Paid FTE: 1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75
Planned Start Date: Jan. 6 2025
Approximate End Date: Pending Return of Incumbent
CRC required? Yes (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

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 client information, and scheduling and conducting 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.

New location that may be required to work from 80 Chapel St, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R 5H2.