Clinical Unit Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Island Health's Cowichan Urgent and Primary Care Centre in Duncan, BC is seeking a Clinical Unit Aide to support Urgent and Primary Care operations, maintain medical supplies and equipment, and provide patient support and MOA relief coverage.

Reporting to the Manager, you will coordinate inventory, assist with cleaning and sterilization, and handle administrative tasks while ensuring safety and accuracy in records. This role is regular part-time and located on-site at the Duncan facility.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent required.
• Medical Office Assistant Certificate required.
• Recent, related experience of one year or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical supplies and equipment and coordinate inventory and procurement.
• Support equipment cleaning and sterilization processes and clinical room readiness.
• Provide patient support and clerical assistance, including MOA relief coverage.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent worker

Organization and prioritization

Record keeping

Education

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Tools

WHIMIS

Job description

Cowichan Urgent and Primary Care Centre (CUPCC) - Duncan, BC V9L 1B8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

1500-2000

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$27.26 - $29.16

Paid FTE

0.63

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

45.00

Planned Start Date

Oct. 5 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 the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient & 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 or designate, the Clinical Unit Aide supports Urgent and Primary Care Centres by maintaining medical supplies and equipment, coordinating inventory and procurement activities, supporting equipment cleaning and sterilization processes, providing clinical room and patient support, and delivering administrative and clerical assistance, including Medical Office Assistant (MOA) relief coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Grade 12.
• Medical Office Assistant Certificate.
• Recent, related experience of one year or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Knowledge of inventory control and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of WHIMIS and workplace safety practices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Knowledge of safe handling, transportation and storage requirements for medical supplies, specimens and biohazardous materials.