Scheduler 2

Island Health; Parksville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Scheduler to coordinate community health care services, develop schedules from referrals and care plans, and provide staff direction. The role emphasizes safety, quality improvement, and adherence to collective agreements.

The Scheduler will use various computerized applications to manage schedules, align resources, and respond to changes in demand while maintaining service standards and patient care priorities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and Office Administration Certificate; two years or equivalent related experience.
• Experience with coordinating health-care scheduling and staff direction preferred.
• Ability to use multiple computerized applications for scheduling and referrals.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate health care services delivered in the community.
• Develop, prepare and adjust schedules based on referrals, care plans, and collective agreements.
• Provide direction to staff to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Keyboard 50 wpm

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Deadline management

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Office Administration Certificate

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0600-1400 / 1000-1800 / 1200-2000

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$32.55 - $34.32

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Oct. 5 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Sep. 2 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Utilizing a variety of computerized applications, the Scheduler is responsible for the scheduling and coordination of health care services delivered in the community, including developing, preparing and adjusting schedules in accordance with referrals, care plans and applicable collective agreements, and providing direction to staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, Office Administration Certificate, recent, related experience of two years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience such as post secondary courses in health care or social services or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Utilizing a variety of computerized applications, the Scheduler is responsible for the scheduling and coordination of health care services delivered in the community, including developing, preparing and adjusting schedules in accordance with referrals, care plans and applicable collective agreements, and providing direction to staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, Office Administration Certificate, recent, related experience of two years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience such as post secondary courses in health care or social services or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.

Skills And Abilities

• Keyboard at 50 wpm.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Organize and prioritize.
• Work within multiple deadlines.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform the duties of the position.