Administrative Assistant | Nursing Administration-Tertiary Services

Position Summary

Interior Health is hiring a permanent full time Administrative Assistant to support the Nursing Administration, Tertiary Services team at Hillside Centre in Kamloops, B.C

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Balanced lifestyle

Who are we looking for?


We seek a detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and skilled candidate who takes pride in their career and can make a significant impact in our fast-paced environment. This hands-on role involves working within an innovative culture focused on transformational change in the healthcare system.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of collaborating with diverse internal and external partners, including executives, directors, and managers. The successful candidate will coordinate operations, facilitate communications, and maintain standard work to support program initiatives and ensure smooth flow and program success.

The successful candidate will have strong critical thinking skills and needs to be able to anticipate and prioritize arising issues related to the Nursing Administration, Tertiary Services portfolio. We are looking for someone who is comfortable building and maintaining strong relationships with team members and other departments. You will perform within an innovative culture that’s focused on transformational change in the health care system.

Salary Range:

Salary range for the position is $48,476 to $63,624. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

What will you work on?

The Administrative Assistant works in a team environment to provide confidential administrative support functions to the Director for the department or program and other management staff as required. The Administrative Assistant serves as a vital linkage and communication source to keep the department or program informed and aligned to its priorities.

Some responsibilities include: coordinating and organizing workflow; determining priorities; composing confidential correspondence for signature; designing and creating correspondence, documents, presentations, orientation packages, and spreadsheets (including data entry) for authorization by the management team; maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of all information which flows through, and is processed for management as it pertains to client care, operations, personnel, labour relations, finance, and public affairs; and supporting the Director in setting the positive, collaborative, efficient tone for the department or program.

How will we help you grow?

In addition to a comprehensive orientation tailored to your specific needs, we offer immediate support and access to a team of exceptional colleagues dedicated to your success. You will work alongside professionals from diverse backgrounds, enriching your learning experiences and encouraging innovation as you collaborate to address unique department needs. Our supportive and inclusive work culture values each person's contributions, ensuring you feel valued and empowered in your role.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you


We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s top 100 employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Join our team today!

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Diploma and graduation from a recognized secretarial program.
• Three to five years of recent, related experience including experience working with various computer software programs.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to type 50 wpm and set up letters, reports, etc. in a professional format.
• Knowledge of applicable computer hardware and software programs and ability to perform web-based searches.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

“Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).”

Comments

Interior Health now offers assistance from an Indigenous Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with the application process and/or career exploration, send your question(s) via email to IndigenousEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resumes.

Competition #:

02153526

Employee Type:

PERMANENT FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:

NON-CONTRACT

Facility:

HILLSIDE CTR- ADULT PSYCH

Location:

Kamloops

Department:

HLS NURSING SUPPORT SERV (TERT

Reports To:

DIRECTOR

Close Date:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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