Nursing Unit Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Nursing Unit Clerk to support patient care operations. This role involves performing essential clerical duties, acting as a communication link within the unit, and ensuring efficient coordination of patient appointments and tests. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a solid understanding of medical terminology, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Join a team that prioritizes patient and staff safety while contributing to the continuous improvement of quality care in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the health sector.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program required.
• One year's recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties in a patient care area, including transcribing orders.
• Coordinate patient appointments and maintain patient charts.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Keyboarding (50 wpm)

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Computer software applications

Education

Grade 12

Nursing Unit Clerk program

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: 1500-1900

Days Off

Vacancy Type: Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $28.31 - $28.31

Paid FTE: 0.54

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 38.50

Planned Start Date: Apr. 9 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): Required for Professional Registration

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 and under general supervision, positions at this level perform a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a patient care area. This includes duties such as acting as a communication link for the Unit by transcribing and processing physicians orders, communicating with other departments and hospitals, coordinating patient appointments, arranging patient tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors and telephone answering. Assembles and maintains patient charts and performs keyboarding and data entry responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, medical terminology and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to keyboard at 50 wpm.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.