Secretary I

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking a Secretary I to provide front-line reception and administrative support for the Breathe Easy Program at the Gene Zwozdesky Centre Norwood in Edmonton. The role handles referrals, schedules appointments, and maintains client records with a collaborative team.

The Secretary I works under CUPE 41 terms, with potential for ongoing engagement and benefits. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• One year related post-secondary certificate required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line reception and administrative support for the Breathe Easy Program.
• Process referrals and schedule appointments.
• Maintain client records and databases and liaise with internal and external partners.
• Support day-to-day operations of the program.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Teams

Calendar management

Interpersonal skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary certificate

Job description

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. At the Breathe Easy Program, we believe people living with chronic lung conditions deserve the knowledge, support, and tools to live well. Located at the Gene Zwozdesky Centre at Norwood, the program provides education, supervised exercise, and practical strategies to help participants manage their respiratory health with confidence. Receiving functional direction from the Physical Therapist II, this position serves as the central point of contact for the Breathe Easy Program. The role provides front-line reception and administrative support, including processing referrals, scheduling appointments, maintaining client records and databases, liaising with internal and external partners, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the program. If you are motivated to make a tangible difference in patient recovery, you will find purpose here. Our team provides specialized assessments, high-impact individualized care through strong interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve visible and meaningful outcomes. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, display strong critical thinking skills and are intrinsically motivated to make a difference in their role. Your care is highly impactful in supporting holistic care, helping others reclaim a sense of self and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!

Description:

Description: The Secretary I provides administrative support. The Secretary I performs these tasks in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Secretary I
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Breathe Easy Program Norwood
• Primary Location: Gene Zwozdesky Centre Norwood
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 07-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUL-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.07
• Maximum Salary: $31.68
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Secretary I
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Breathe Easy Program Norwood
• Primary Location: Gene Zwozdesky Centre Norwood
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 07-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUL-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.07
• Maximum Salary: $31.68
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: One year related post secondary certificate required.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Teams. Experience managing calendars and scheduling meetings. Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical or healthcare environment. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and frequent interruptions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills in a dynamic work environment. Please note: Classifications Under Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

Continuing Care experience. Connect care experience. One year directly related experience in a clinic environment including data entry and client reception. Experience in an Ambulatory Clinic is preferred.

Hiring Requirements

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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