Clerk - Health Unit Aide

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Casual Administrative Support for Home Nursing Care in the Nanaimo area. The role supports multiple programs, handles equipment logistics, and coordinates with families and volunteers to ensure timely delivery and maintenance of medical supplies.

Applicants should have Grade 12, strong English, and the ability to work in a team environment; intermediate computer skills are required to manage CCIMS and office tasks. Evening shifts and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Personal computer skills for office applications at an intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with family/volunteers regarding delivery of equipment.
• Maintain inventories of medical supplies.
• Clean and sterilize medical equipment and instruments.
• Perform related administrative support duties for Home Nursing Care, Rehabilitation Program, DVA, Nursing Support Services.

Skills

Typing 50 wpm

Organization & prioritization

Proficiency with CCIMS

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Intermediate office software

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830-1630

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

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.

Supports Home Nursing Care and Palliative Care programs by performing duties such as liaise with family/volunteers regarding delivery of equipment, maintaining inventories of medical supplies, cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment and instruments and performing related administrative support duties. Performs a variety of administrative support for the following programs:

• Home Nursing Care
• Rehabilitation Program
• DVA
• Nursing Support Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Personal computer skills for office applications at an intermediate level. Good knowledge of Business English. Grade 12, and related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to key at 50 wpm.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and self-direct program needs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and a working familiarity with the Provincial Database System (CCIMS).
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and public.
• Ability to work in partnership with all members of the team, in a team based environment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.