Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide

Job title:

Administrative Support/Health Unit Aide

Company

Island Health

Job description

Close DateMar. 31 2025LocationGabriola Island Health Centre – Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X0 CA
Nanaimo Health Centre – Nanaimo, BC V9S 5K7 CA
Princess Royal Family Centre – Nanaimo, BC V9R 2X5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteYesTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirementShift Start Time/End Time0830-1630; 1130-1930Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeRegular FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$25.54 – $27.22Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75Planned Start DateApr. 4 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) 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.Reporting to the manager or designate (and Audiologist for hearing screening duties), the Admin Support Health Unit Aide provides a variety of clerical and administrative support duties utilizing a variety of computerized applications. Supports the program by performing duties such as maintaining inventories of supplies, booking appointments, gathering of client information; schedules and conducts vision and/or hearing screening for Preschool/School aged children in a school or clinic setting.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 12; Medical Office Assistant Certificate; Office Administration Certificate; and one (1) year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Skills And Abilities

• Ability to complete in-house Vision/Hearing Screener training with Audiologist/Vision training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients, including young children, parents, Community partners, staff, teachers and other school staff.
• Working knowledge of computers and databases.
• Keyboard 60 wpm.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsMain work location is 80 Chapel Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H2 (Nanaimo – Princess Royal Family Centre Health Unit).

Expected salary

Location

Gabriola, BC

Job date

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:31:58 GMT

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