Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; Presencial; CAD 35.183 - 37.498; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A regional health authority in New Brunswick is seeking an Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide to provide crucial clerical support and conduct vision and hearing screenings for children. This role demands effective communication, independence in tasks, and the ability to maintain rapport with clients, including children and parents. Candidates must hold a Grade 12 and relevant certifications. The hourly salary ranges from $25.54 to $27.22, with a commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.

Formación

• Grade 12 education required.
• Medical Office Assistant or Office Administration Certificate is necessary.
• 1 year of recent related experience is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clerical and administrative support.
• Maintain supply inventories and schedule appointments.
• Conduct vision and hearing screenings for children.

Conocimientos

Effective verbal and written communication

Independence and teamwork

Client relationship building

Computer and database knowledge

Medical terminology

Keyboard proficiency (60 wpm)

Educación

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

1 year related experience

Descripción del empleo

Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide - (225591)

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)

$25.54 - $27.22

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Mar. 2 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 (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.