Unit Clerk, Hereditary Cancer Program - BC Cancer Vancouver

Provincial Health Services Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Unit Clerk to join their Hereditary Cancer Program. This role is key in managing daily tasks with compassion and efficiency, ensuring smooth operations within the clinical team. You will be responsible for transcribing orders, organizing appointments, and supporting patient communication. The organization values diversity and is committed to anti-racism, offering a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a team that prioritizes health, wellness, and continuous learning while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Wellness resources

Flexible work options

Discounts on services

Access to training courses

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and effective communication skills emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe clinician orders and manage electronic health records.
• Perform receptionist duties including greeting and registration.
• Support staff onboarding and orientation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational ability

Keyboarding skills (40 w.p.m.)

Proficiency with computer applications

Education

Grade 12

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program

One year of recent related experience or equivalent

Job description

Unit Clerk, Hereditary Cancer Program - BC Cancer Vancouver

Unit Clerk, Hereditary Cancer Program BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC

As the first friendly face on the unit, you are recognized for your keen observation skills, compassionate communication, and organizational talent. You manage daily tasks efficiently while seeking process improvements, maintaining kindness and compassion for colleagues, patients, and families.

Watch this video to learn about being a Unit Clerk at BC Cancer: https://youtu.be/VUFjYDZlhKs

What You’ll Do

1. Transcribe and process clinician orders, schedule tests/services, and communicate information using electronic health records.
2. Organize diagnostic and therapeutic services, coordinate interrelated appointments, and communicate instructions to patients in various formats.
3. Gather and transport patient information, prepare documents for clinical teams and patients.
4. Perform receptionist duties including greeting, registration, wayfinding, answering calls, and relaying messages.
5. Support staff onboarding and orientation, including demonstrating procedures and supporting student practicums.

Qualifications

What you bring

• Grade 12, medical terminology, graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program, plus one year of recent related experience or equivalent.
• Commitment to learning about Indigenous-specific racism, dismantling systems of oppression, and addressing broader racism. Willingness to share learning to foster a motivating and inspiring culture.
• Knowledge of social, economic, and political realities affecting Indigenous peoples and equity groups, understanding social determinants of health, and legislative obligations like TRC Calls to Action, UNDRIP, and others.

Core Competencies

• Understanding of Indigenous-specific and systemic racism, with initiatives to promote safety and belonging rooted in Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Awareness of settler colonialism impacts and ability to address anti-racism, Indigenous rights, and legislative commitments.

You Have

• Effective communication skills, organizational ability, physical capability, keyboarding skills (40 w.p.m.), and proficiency with computer applications.
• Knowledge of historic and ongoing impacts of colonialism and racism on Indigenous Peoples, and a commitment to eradicating discrimination and biases.

What We Bring

We support your health, wellness, and development through various programs, recognizing your impact on patient care. Opportunities include professional training, benefits, flexible work options, and discounts.

• Join BC’s largest employer with vast growth and recognition opportunities.
• Access to over 2,000 training courses including Indigenous Cultural Safety training.
• Comprehensive benefits, pension, wellness resources, and holiday entitlements.
• Remote work possibilities, depending on the role.

Job Details: Temporary, Full-Time until January 1, 2027
Wage: $28.31/hr
Location: 750 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Hours: Mon-Fri, various shifts
Requisition: 180830E

Note: Support for BC Provincial Nominee Program is not guaranteed post-employment. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

About BC Cancer and PHSA

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control. PHSA manages specialized health services across BC, emphasizing respect, compassion, innovation, equity, and courage. We are committed to anti-racism and diversity, particularly in addressing Indigenous-specific racism and promoting inclusive employment practices.