Admitting - Switchboard Clerk

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Tofino; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia is seeking a dedicated Admitting - Switchboard Clerk for a casual position. The successful candidate will handle admitting and switchboard tasks, utilize computerized systems, and apply medical knowledge within a multi-site operation, ensuring patient safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and two years' recent related experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform admitting, switchboard, cashier, and reception duties.
• Utilize various computerized systems for multi-site operations.

Skills

Keyboard at 45 wpm

Knowledge of medical terminology

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Deal with others effectively

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Computerized systems and applications

Job description

Admitting - Switchboard Clerk - (216200)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0730-1530 and 1400-2200

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$27.56 - $27.56

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jul. 14 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

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 Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Utilizing a variety of computerized systems and applications for a multi-site operation, the Admitting-Switchboard Clerk performs admitting, switchboard, cashier and reception duties as well as a variety of clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 and two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Keyboard at 45 wpm
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Operate related equipment
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Physically carry out the duties of the position