Healthcare Administrative Assistant & Scheduling

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks a Medical Office Assistant/Clerk in Victoria, BC. The casual vacancy supports an integrated administrative team, handling word processing, scheduling, billing, data entry and correspondence to keep patient visits running smoothly.

The successful candidate will have Grade 12 and MOA training, experience with clinical information systems, and the ability to type at least 50 wpm; CRC check required; start date Oct 1 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and graduation from a Medical Office Assistant course.
• Two years' recent related experience in a health care setting.
• Experience working with at-risk or street-involved populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and medical office duties including word processing, scheduling, provider billing, data entry, composing and signing correspondence, typing medical and legal reports and documents from notes and/or recording devices.
• Answer general inquiries related to programs and services from clients, physicians, staff and the public.
• Assist primary care providers with the smooth operation and flow for patient visits and care.

Skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Communication

Typing 50 wpm

EMR/Clinical systems

Medical terminology

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Diplomacy

Education

Grade 12 education + MOA certificate

Job description

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks a Medical Office Assistant/Clerk in Victoria, BC. The casual vacancy supports an integrated administrative team, handling word processing, scheduling, billing, data entry and correspondence to keep patient visits running smoothly.

The successful candidate will have Grade 12 and MOA training, experience with clinical information systems, and the ability to type at least 50 wpm; CRC check required; start date Oct 1 2026.