Job Description

Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, works as a member of an integrated team and plays a significant role in ensuring that clients have a positive experience with the designated service within a fast paced, high volume clinic environment. Functions include administrative support, scheduling and confirming client appointments, greeting clients and visitors, inputting client information into computerized client information systems, typing technical and non-technical material, composing and signing correspondence and responding to general inquiries related to the Travel Clinic. Assists the community/public health nurse and other team members in the organization and operation of immunization clinics. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 12, a Medical Office Assistant Certificate supplemented by one (1) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes, as required.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of office practices and procedures.Knowledge and proficiency in relevant software. (Word, Excel, graphic applications)Ability to keyboard 5,000 keystrokes per hour.Medical Terminology.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to work independently and effectively with others.Ability to be sensitive, tactful and diplomatic with clients and the public.Ability to organize and prioritize work and deal effectively with changing priorities.Ability to compile information.Ability to perform relevant calculations.Ability to operate related equipment.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the positionThe hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.