Position Summary
Interior Health has an exciting opportunity for a relief part-time (0.41 FTE) Administrative Services Assistant to join their team at the Victorian Hospital of Kaslo in Kaslo, B.C.
Position End Date: Until April 4, 2028 or return of Incumbent.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, data entry and records management skills, sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential client information, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced health care environment. This position is well suited to someone who is comfortable working at in reception, client scheduling, administrative coordination, inventory and supply management, and hands-on support within a clinical setting.
The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, accuracy and reliability, while communicating professionally with clients, families, staff, health care providers and external contacts. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to remain calm, respectful and professional when interacting with clients who may be anxious, confused or upset at times. Candidates should be prepared for a role that extends beyond traditional administrative duties and requires flexibility, teamwork and a willingness to support the operational needs of the program.
What We Offer:
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package
• Access to employer-paid training and education opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Job stability in a collaborative team environment
• Employer-paid vacation for work-life balance
What Will You Work On?
In this role you will perform a variety of reception, administrative and Health Unite Aide support duties including data entry, gathering, organizing, collecting, collating and verifying information, types correspondence, prepares presentations, arranges meetings, types agendas, takes and transcribes minutes, books travel, performs reception duties and record management. You will also be responsible for scheduling and confirming client appointments, receiving, recording and checking balances of cash transactions, maintaining and cleaning medical/surgical supplies, equipment and HCIS resource material.
Clinical support for this role includes cleaning, setting up and dismantling rooms, cleaning/sanitizing toys and equipment, weighing and measuring babies, calibrating equipment, vision screenings. Cleaning medical equipment and instruments, delivering supplies and biological will also be a part of this integral role.
Scheduling Information:
Shift types are days and shift times are from: 08:30 to 16:30 hours. Days of work are Tuesday and Wednesday.
What should your application include?
• A 5-minute typing test (40+ nwpm) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 24 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details;
• An office administration certificate from a recognized institution;
• Your Resume and covering letter outlining one year of recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
If you are an experienced Administrative Services Assistant and want to be challenged in your role, come join our team! 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? Apply Today!
Qualifications
Education, Training & Experience:
• Grade 12
• Graduation from a recognized Office Administration Certificate Program
• One years recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current valid B.C. Driver’s License
• Ability to type 40 nwpm
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.