RECEPTIONIST

Northern Health; Granisle; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Moving expense assistance

Employee referral program

Employer‑paid training

Indigenous Employee benefits

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Receptionist to support the Specialty Clinics in Granisle, BC. The role covers welcoming visitors, answering calls, processing client documents, data entry, scheduling appointments, and preparing routine correspondence in line with NH policies.

Under supervisor, the receptionist will perform filing, operate office equipment, and maintain accurate information while delivering courteous service to patients and staff in a remote BC community.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer phone calls.
• Complete client documentation and data entry.
• Schedule appointments and prepare routine correspondence.
• File and operate office equipment.

Skills

Typing 55 wpm

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Data entry

Computer software proficiency

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Receptionist to support the Specialty Clinics department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Receptionist performs a variety of receptionist and administrative support functions in accordance with Northern Health policies and procedures. Under the direction of the manager or designate, the Receptionist is responsible for receiving visitors, telephone answering, completing client documentation, word processing, data entry, scheduling appointments, preparing routine correspondence and reports, filing, and operating office equipment in the corresponding department.

Qualfications

• Grade 12.
• One (1) year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to type 55 w.p.m.
• 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 organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.

Where you will be working:

Community:

Granisle is surrounded by pristine beauty unique to this part of Canada, the friendly village of Granisle was originally built on the shore of the beautiful Babine Lake to accommodate miners from the copper mine on Copper Island. Granisle has a population of 337 (2021) and is located to the north between Burns Lake and Houston. Granisle offers many services including a library, post office, medical centre, elementary school and an RCMP station.

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well‑being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full‑time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
  • Program certificates or diplomas.
  • High school, college, or university transcripts.
  • Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants