NURSING UNIT CLERK

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is looking for an experienced Nursing Unit Clerk to perform a variety of clerical duties in a community hospital. The role involves acting as a communication link for the unit, transcribing physicians’ orders, and coordinating appointments. Candidates must have a Nursing Unit Clerk certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development while serving the Dawson Creek community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Loan forgiveness programs for eligible professions

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Qualifications

• Nursing Unit Clerk certification is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a care area.
• Act as a communication link for the unit by transcribing and processing physicians’ orders.
• Coordinate appointments, arrange tests, and receive results.

Education

Nursing Unit Clerk certification

Job description

Position Overview

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self‑directed Nursing Unit Clerk. Under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Nursing Unit Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a care area. Duties include acting as a communication link for the unit by transcribing and processing physicians’ orders, communicating with other departments and hospitals, coordinating appointments, arranging tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors, answering telephones, assembling and maintaining charts, and performing keyboarding and data entry responsibilities.

Qualifications

Nursing Unit Clerk certification is required for this position.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Tuesday and Wednesday, Days – 08:00 to 16:00.

Hospital

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a full‑service community hospital serving Dawson Creek and surrounding communities. It has 31 acute‑care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds, and is the orthopaedic trauma and surgical centre for the northeast region of BC.

Hospital Services

• Emergency
• ICU
• Day Surgery
• Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Care
• Acute Care
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Laboratory

Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. The new facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded services.

Visiting Specialists

• Urology
• Dermatology
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Location

Dawson Creek is known as the Mile Zero City, marks the start of the Alaska Highway, and serves a population of approximately 20,000 in the Peace River Region. The city offers community amenities including schools and adult education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan forgiveness programs through the federal and BC governments for eligible professions

Application Documentation

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position

Examples of Supporting Materials

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts
• Cover letter and resume are recommended

International Applicants

Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow the steps on our Northern Health Careers page.