Administrative Support Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking an Administrative Support Worker for the Victoria Health Unit (VHU) to perform reception, cashier, and a range of clerical duties. This casual role supports patient and staff safety and contributes to efficient clinic operations.

Qualifications include a Secretarial or Office Administration certificate, Medical Terminology, and one year of related experience. Strong keyboarding, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Secretarial/Office Administration certificate or equivalent.
• Medical Terminology knowledge.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent education/training.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception and cashier duties.
• Perform clerical and administrative support tasks.
• Utilize computerized applications to support operations.

Skills

Typing 50 wpm

Equipment operation

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Secretarial/Office Administration Certificate

Medical Terminology

1 year related experience

Job description

Administrative Support Worker - (234203)

Victoria Health Unit (VHU) - Victoria, BC V8T 3P7 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1618 ; As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$27.26 - $29.16

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Aug. 26 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 Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

Utilizing a variety of computerized applications, the Administrative Support Worker provides reception, cashier and a variety of clerical and administrative support duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Secretarial or Office Administration Certificate, Medical Terminology, and One (1) year's recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Keyboard at 50 wpm.
• Operate related equipment.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.