PRIMARY CARE ASSISTANT

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Fort St. John is seeking an experienced Primary Care Assistant to support Primary Care providers. The role involves operational and administrative support in a clinic setting. Candidates should have experience in healthcare and strong teamwork skills. Benefits include comprehensive packages and vacation options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Operational and administrative support skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Support Primary Care providers and the Interprofessional Team.
• Provide operational and administrative support in a clinic setting.

Job description

Overview

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Primary Care Assistant. In accordance with Northern Health’s vision of an idealized system of services where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams, the Primary Care Assistant functions as a member of the interprofessional team. As an integral member of the team, the Primary Care Assistant works to support Primary Care providers and the Interprofessional Team (IPT) in the delivery of safe, efficient, and quality Primary Care Services throughout Northern Health. The Primary Care Assistant provides both operational and administrative support in a clinic and/or other community setting in accordance with Northern Health policies and procedures.

About Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Highlights include:

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” reflecting the local resource base and community features. Fort St. John serves as the hub of the Northeast with cultural and educational facilities available in the region.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• 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.
• Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available 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” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Notes

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

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

Examples May Include

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

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