Program Assistant, National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (nsqip)

White Spot; Prince George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a skilled Program Assistant to enhance the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) at the University Hospital of Northern BC. This role involves performing vital clerical and administrative support tasks, ensuring efficient operations. Candidates are expected to have a Grade 12 education, experience in related fields, and strong communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to patient care in Northern British Columbia.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental and pension plans

Four weeks of vacation after one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions

Employee referral program, training, and leadership development opportunities

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan forgiveness programs through federal and provincial governments

Qualifications

• Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and administrative duties to support NSQIP.
• Assist Surgical Clinical Reviewers and prepare documents.
• Maintain files and databases and provide general administrative support.

Skills

Typing speed of 45 wpm

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Organizational skills

Ability to establish positive working relationships

Education

Grade 12 education

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health is seeking an experienced, efficient, and self-directed Program Assistant to support the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP).

Under the supervision of the Manager, Surgical Recovery, the Program Assistant will perform clerical and administrative duties to support NSQIP, including assisting Surgical Clinical Reviewers, preparing documents, maintaining files and databases, and providing general administrative support.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 08:00 to 16:00, Rotating

University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest Acute Care facility in the Northern Health region, serving as a hub for specialized health services and a teaching hospital. It provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, hosts residents in UBC's Family Practice Residency Program, and is a key clinical education site for nursing and health sciences students from various institutions. UHNBC has undergone extensive expansions and renovations since 2001, including an expanded emergency room, ICU, maternal-child care centre, MRI unit, and a cancer centre offering a wide range of treatments including radiation therapy.

Prince George is the regional centre for business, education, health, and culture in northern British Columbia, serving a population of about 320,000. It offers a low cost of living, high standard of living, and is home to the University of Northern British Columbia. The city features a diverse community and numerous outdoor activities.

What Northern Health offers:

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental and pension plans
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program, training, and leadership development opportunities
• Outdoor activities and short commutes
• Loan forgiveness programs through federal and provincial governments

Application Documentation:

• Registration number (if applicable)
• Supporting documents for education/qualifications (certificates, transcripts, etc.)
• Cover letter and resume (recommended)

International Applicants: Please review the application steps on our careers page before applying.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 education
• Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Typing speed of 45 wpm
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with others
• Physical ability to perform duties
• Organizational skills
• Ability to establish positive working relationships
• Ability to operate related equipment

About Northern Health:

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 km², providing hospital and community health services to over 300,000 residents across numerous communities. Employing over 7,000 staff, we offer a variety of career opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other health service organizations.