Primary Care Assistant

Northern Health; Masset; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is looking for an experienced Assistant to support its Primary Care department. The role involves providing both operational and administrative support in a fast-paced health care setting. Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and an Office Assistant Course, along with effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and training opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Three weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Graduation from an Office Assistant Course plus two years of related experience in health care.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support Primary Care providers and the Interprofessional Team in delivering primary care services.
• Provide operational and administrative support in clinic settings.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Typing (40 WPM)

Medical terminology knowledge

Proficiency in computer applications

Education

Grade 12

Office Assistant Course from accredited Community College

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self‑directed Assistant to support the Primary Care department. 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.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday – Thursday, Days, 08:30 to 16:30

Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre

provides medical service to Old Masset, Port Clements and surrounding areas. The hospital and health centre has 4 Acute Care beds, 1 Palliative Care bed, 4 Long‑term Care beds and a 4‑unit assisted living complex.

• Emergency
• Laboratory
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Pharmacy
• Chronic Disease Management
• Physiotherapy
• Speech and Language therapy
• Mental Health and Substance Use service
• Home and Community Care and Home Support services
• Visiting specialists in Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, ENT, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Respirology, Rheumatology, Urology and Ophthalmology
• Video conferencing capabilities with specialists or physicians in other areas

Public Health provides many services to the community. Some of these services include:

• Harm reduction services
• TB testing
• Prenatal services with pregnancy registry
• Kindergarten screening and school immunizations
• Birth control, pap tests, STI testing

Masset

Masset is situated along the shoreline of Masset Sound on Haida Gwaii, formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, and is the largest village on the island. Major industries are logging, fishing and tourism. Masset provides services for a larger rural area with a population of 1,000 local residents and services a surrounding area of 2,300 including Tow Hill (unincorporated) and Old Masset (IR). incorporated in 1961, the Village of Masset (pop. 1,000) is the oldest of the island's municipalities. The community has one elementary school and one secondary school.

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 NOTE

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.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Graduation from an Office Assistant Course from an accredited Community College plus two years recent, related experience in a health care setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and work roles.
• Ability to work as an effective member of an integrated administrative team.
• Ability to communicate effectively using both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to type 40 WPM.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction.
• Ability to use a high degree of tact and diplomacy in working with others.
• Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient safety practices, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a fast‑paced health care environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet applications, and specialized clinical information systems.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.