Nursing Unit Assistant & Switchboard Operator - SPH Emergency - (216206)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Victoria is seeking a Nursing Unit Clerk to support patient documentation and perform clerical duties in accordance with established guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 education, experience in a similar role, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required.
• Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program.
• One year recent related experience or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical functions related to patient documentation.
• Receive and forward non-auto attendant telephone calls.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Keyboarding

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Computer software utilization

Education

Grade 12

Graduation from recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program

Job description

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

Reporting to the Nurse manager, performs a variety of clerical functions related to patient documentation, including computerized admission, in accordance with established guidelines, policies and procedures. Responsible for receiving and forwarding all non auto-attendant telephone calls in the absence of the switchboard/receptionist.

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.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD167.pdf