CLERK, RECEPTIONIST

Northern Health; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health in Fort St. James is seeking an experienced Clerk, Receptionist to join our administrative team.

You will perform a range of clerical duties including documentation, data entry, scheduling, and basic correspondence in support of patient care and facility operations. The role requires strong typing, communication, and organization, with at least one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus 1 year related experience or equivalent.
• Typing speed of 50 wpm required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with others and organize workload.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete client documentation and data entry.
• Perform word processing and routine correspondence.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars.
• Filing and operate standard office equipment.
• Support administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Typing 50 wpm

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Organization

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Clerk, Receptionist to join Northern Health.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Clerk performs a variety of administrative support functions in accordance with Northern Health policies and procedures such as completing client documentation, word processing, data entry, scheduling appointments, preparing routine correspondence and reports, filing and operating office equipment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus 1 (one) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to type at 50 w.p.m.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Nats’oojeh Hospital and Health Centre

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. James

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants