Nursing Unit Assistant (NUA) - Ambulatory Care - Casual

Vancouver Coastal Health; Sechelt; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Nursing Unit Assistant to join the Ambulatory Care team at Sechelt Hospital in Sechelt, BC.

You will support client care by performing clerical duties, transcribing orders, coordinating appointments, and assisting with admissions and discharges.

Strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of a Nursing Unit Clerk program.
• One year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical/receptionist functions to support client care.
• Transcribe and process physicians’ orders; coordinate appointments and transportation.
• Assemble and maintain client charts; manage admissions and discharges.
• Perform timekeeping and compile statistics; prepare reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Typing 40 wpm

Organization

Equipment operation

Computer usage

Education

Grade 12

Nursing Unit Clerk program

Job description

Come work as a Nursing Unit Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Nursing Unit Assistant join the Ambulatory Care team at Sechelt Hospital in Sechelt, BC.

As a Nursing Unit Assistant with the General Surgery Team at Sechelt Hospital you will:

• Work in a team based environment and perform clerical/receptionist functions in the support of the delivery of client care.
• Place client/family needs above all other concerns.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties such as:
• transcribing and processing physicians’ orders
• communicating with other departments and hospitals to coordinate client appointments and transportation
• arranging client tests and receiving results
• receiving visitors and answering the telephone, and prioritizing requests
• Assemble and maintain client charts, arrange for client admissions and discharges.
• Perform timekeeping functions and compile statistics.
• Type and distribute a variety of technical and non-technical reports and other materials utilizing computer systems and software relevant to the job.
• Maintain an inventory of stationery supplies, and ensure filing systems are maintained.

About Sechelt, Bc

Sechelt is located on the traditional territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation and is approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver. It is accessible from the mainland by a 40-minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, followed by a 25-minute drive along Highway 101, also know as the Sunshine Coast Highway. This charming seaside community is know for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor activities including sightseeing, boating, diving, camping, and mountain biking. There are also several municipal parks, plenty of eateries, locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries, and a golf course. Imagine a lifestyle where you are only a short walk or bike ride to work, you go home for lunch and you are home again in time for an activity or go for a hike AND watch the sunset - all before dinner. That is what Sechelt has to offer you!

About Sechelt Hospital

Sechelt Hospital is an acute care, 46-bed facility located in Sechelt, British Columbia and serves over 30,000+ residents of the Lower Sunshine Coast. Sechelt Hospital provides a full range of services to the community, including Emergency care, Renal program-community dialysis units, Mental Health and Substance Use Services, surgical services, birthing for low-risk pregnancies and imaging services.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Education & 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.

Knowledge, Skills & 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 40 w.p.m.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.