Clerk - Diabetes Program - (221219)

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Campbell River is seeking a Clerk for the Diabetes Program. In this role, you will maintain computerized database systems, assist with clerical duties, and support outpatient nutrition services. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 education and recent related experience, with effective communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology. This position emphasizes patient and staff safety as part of its core responsibilities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain computerized database systems for the Diabetes Program.
• Perform reception and clerical support duties.

Skills

Ability to keyboard at 45 wpm

Knowledge of medical terminology

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to carry out duties

Organizational skills

Ability to operate equipment

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Overview

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Clerk - Diabetes Program maintains computerized database systems for the Diabetes Program. Performs reception and clerical support duties such as answering and directing calls, scheduling appointments, evaluating patient information, maintaining files and timekeeping functions for the Diabetes Programs and Outpatient Nutrition Services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computerized database systems for the Diabetes Program.
• Perform reception and clerical support duties such as answering and directing calls, scheduling appointments, evaluating patient information, maintaining files, and timekeeping functions for the Diabetes Programs and Outpatient Nutrition Services.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

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

Skills And Abilities

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