Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide - (214456)

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Admin Support Health Unit Aide to join their team. This role involves providing essential clerical and administrative support within a health unit, ensuring effective communication with clients and staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical office administration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Join a dedicated team focused on improving the quality and safety of healthcare services for the community, making a significant impact on the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and Medical Office Assistant Certificate required.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support duties.
• Maintain inventories of supplies and book appointments.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Typing speed of 60 wpm

Ability to establish rapport with clients

Working knowledge of computers and databases

Education

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

Job description

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 shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of 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 computerized applications. Responsibilities include maintaining inventories of supplies, booking appointments, gathering client information, and scheduling and conducting vision and/or hearing screenings for preschool and 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.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients, including young children, parents, community partners, staff, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Working knowledge of computers and databases.
• Typing speed of 60 wpm.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.

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