Secretary II - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health; Amherst; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Secretary II for a short-assignment, full-time position to support OPNZ Physiotherapy CRHCC. The role involves booking, scheduling, clerical and reception duties to assist clinical teams.

The successful candidate will have secretarial training, a medical terminology course, and at least two years of related experience, with strong keyboarding and MS Office skills. This on-site position offers a stable wage and benefits where applicable.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized secretarial program and a medical terminology course.
• Minimum of two yearsof related experience
• Ability to use Microsoft Windows and all components of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum speed of 45 wpm with a maximum five (5) percent error rate
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizationalhealth.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support including booking, scheduling, clerical and reception.
• Support teams in delivering services with accurate records and coordination.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Typing speed 45 wpm

General computer literacy

French (asset)

Education

Secretarial program

Medical terminology course

Job description

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Req ID: 228495
Location: NorthernZone,Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre
Department: OPNZ Physiotherapy CRHCC
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT short-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Admin ProfessionalsPosition
Posting Closing Date: 6-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Secretary II carries out administrative duties and performs booking, scheduling, clerical and reception functions to support the teams in the delivery of their services.

The Secretary ensures that the principles and practices thatguide NSH such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, respectful workplace, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Successful completion of a recognized secretarial program and a medical terminology course
• Minimum of two yearsof related experience
• Ability to use Microsoft Windows and all components of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum speed of 45 wpm with a maximum five (5) percent error rate
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizationalhealth.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Short assignment full-time position; 70 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$25.19 - $28.08

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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