Health Unit Aide & Admin Support - Vision/Hearing

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

Job summary

Island Health is seeking an Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide in Duncan, BC. The role assists with clerical tasks, maintains supplies, and helps collect client information while supporting vision and hearing screening activities for children in school or clinic settings.

The position involves coordinating appointments, working across multiple sites, and adhering to safety and privacy guidelines. A Grade 12 diploma plus related certificates and experience are required, with a Criminal

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with related certificates and one year of related experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and office software is preferred.
• Ability to operate computer systems and databases.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventories of supplies and clerical records.
• Book appointments and gather client information.
• Schedule vision and/or hearing screening for Preschool/School aged children.
• Work in school or clinic settings as part of the health unit team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Rapport with clients

Computers & databases

Typing 60 wpm

Medical terminology

Vision/Hearing screener training

Education

Grade 12

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

One year related experience

Job description

Island Health is seeking an Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide in Duncan, BC. The role assists with clerical tasks, maintains supplies, and helps collect client information while supporting vision and hearing screening activities for children in school or clinic settings.

The position involves coordinating appointments, working across multiple sites, and adhering to safety and privacy guidelines. A Grade 12 diploma plus related certificates and experience are required, with a Criminal