Clerk - Diabetes Education Services

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,799 - 43,866; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a dedicated individual to join their Diabetes Education Services team. This role involves maintaining computerized database systems and providing essential clerical support, ensuring patient safety and quality improvement are prioritized. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 education, experience in a related field, and strong communication skills. Join a team that values patient care and continuous improvement in a dynamic work environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community's health services.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education with medical terminology and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to organize work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computerized database systems for Diabetes Education Services.
• Perform clerical support duties, including scheduling and file maintenance.

Skills

Keyboarding

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Equipment Operation

Organizational Skills

Physical Ability

Education

Grade 12

Medical Terminology

Tools

Database Software

Spreadsheet Software

Word Processing Software

Presentation Software

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time: As Required

Days Off: NA

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $27.10 - $27.10

Paid FTE: NA

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: NA

Planned Start Date: Apr. 1 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 Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, maintains computerized database systems for a variety of areas within Diabetes Education Services, by utilizing database, spreadsheet, and query software tools. Determines appropriate format, sets up and enters data as required. Types a variety of technical and non-technical items such as correspondence, manuals, memos, and reports using word processing and presentation software. Performs reception and clerical support duties such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments, maintaining files and timekeeping functions for the Services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, medical terminology and 2 years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to keyboard 45 wpm
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.