Admitting - Switchboard Clerk

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Tofino; On-site; CAD 32,265 - 45,954; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority is seeking an Admitting - Switchboard Clerk in Tofino, BC. Responsibilities include performing admitting, switchboard, cashier, and reception duties while utilizing various computerized systems. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 education and relevant experience, alongside skills in effective communication and medical terminology. This is a casual position offering a salary of $28.39 per hour, with required working hours from 07:30 to 15:30 or 14:00 to 22:00.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform admitting, switchboard, cashier and reception duties.
• Utilizing a variety of computerized systems for a multi-site operation.

Skills

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

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Job description

Admitting - Switchboard Clerk - (225842)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:30-15:30, 14:00-22:00

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$28.39 - $28.39

Paid FTE

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Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

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Planned Start Date

Feb. 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 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