Medical Stenographer

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated individual for a casual position that involves transcription, clerical duties, and patient assistance. In this role, you will be integral to ensuring patient and staff safety while maintaining high standards of quality. You will utilize your strong communication and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and support the healthcare team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital service within the community, making a meaningful impact on patient care and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about healthcare and have the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and medical transcription program with recent experience required.
• Strong typing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform transcription, booking, reception, and clerical duties.
• Assist and transport patients within the department.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Typing speed (60 wpm)

Ability to operate related equipment

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to carry out duties

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Approved program in medical transcription

Tools

Personal computer

Dictaphone

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0700-1500

Days Off

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $28.01 - $28.01

Paid FTE: 0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 0

Planned Start Date: Mar. 10 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

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 Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, performs a variety of transcription, booking, reception, timekeeping, and clerical duties for the Program. Using personal computer and/or dictaphone, inputs patient, statistical, and billing data into the appropriate systems. Assists and transports patients within the department and hospital depending on the inpatient workload.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in medical transcription and one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to keyboard 60 wpm.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.