Criminologist

Forensic Psychiatric Services,

Victoria BC

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Clinic Administration, the position provides clerical support services to a multi-disciplinary team including transcribing medical dictation such as physician’s reports; providing reception services, operating a multi-line switchboard, entering information and maintaining data utilizing spreadsheet and database software; and typing a variety of non-technical material utilizing word processing software. The Clerical Support maintains schedules and client charts, arranges meetings and types minutes as requested and performs a variety of other clerical duties as requested.

What you’ll do

• Transcribe a variety of medical dictation including correspondence and reports to Court, Review Board, and all clinical reports, notes and correspondence according to pre-set format, protocols and deadlines by methods such as typing material from Dictaphone or handwritten notes and editing output for accuracy; forwarding completed documents to designated team members according to departmental procedures and making corrections as requested; Enter data into typing log in order to track completed reports.
• Provide reception services by methods such as operating a multi-line reception switchboard, ascertaining nature of business, responding to inquiries, taking/relaying messages and/or redirecting callers to appropriate personnel, providing basic information regarding the Service mandate, greeting and responding to all clients and visitors arriving at the Clinic, and directing and notifying the appropriate staff of their presence. Document information on client files such as when a client requests to change their appointment time or if a community member phones to provide information on a client.
• Process referrals and enters client data into computer systems, databases and other software programs under the direction of the Supervisor according to established procedures by methods such as issuing client identification numbers; and identifying duplicate records, obtaining or clarifying missing or questionable information, and correcting errors and omissions in client demographic data, into computer systems.
• Maintain client charts according to established procedures by performing duties such as receiving documentation, creating clinical records using appropriate forms/layout, and ensuring material is labeled with patient information; checking charts for loose papers and monitoring documents including progress notes and medication orders for completeness, signature and dates and returning items with outstanding items to appropriate staff member; thinning clinical records, filing documents into relevant sections, replacing or repairing old/damaged charts, and completing the clinical record upon discharge and ensuring all records are assembled. Coordinates and prepares client charts for off-site storage. li>
• Maintain schedules and perform event and program tracking by methods such as logging into and reviewing electronic calendars/schedules, monitoring upcoming deadlines and appointment dates including court assessments and Review Board, and providing reminders to applicable staff as appropriate.
• Type a variety of non-technical material such as general correspondence, forms, lists, memorandums, and notes from handwritten draft or Dictaphone by methods such as utilizing word processing software and distributing material as required.
• Arrange meetings as directed by booking meeting rooms, typing and circulating notices and agendas. li>
• Maintain records, data, rosters and other information by methods such as entering data into spreadsheets and databases, updating information, clarifying information with Supervisor, and distributing as requested.
• Maintain supplies such as stationary, office and client supplies by identifying depleting stocks drafting orders for approval of supplies and maintaining an inventory of stock predetermined levels. Arrange for repair and maintenance of office equipment and furniture as necessary.
• Perform a variety of clerical functions such as operating a facsimile and/or photocopier, and distributing information as requested; and processing incoming and outgoing departmental mail, sorting incoming material for the attention of appropriate personnel, and arranging for courier pick-up and delivery.
• Participate in team meetings and contributes to on-going team planning, development, evaluation and quality improvement activities that facilitate team goal setting, problem solving, conflict resolution and collaboration by attending meetings and in-services, participating in the review of team policies and procedures, providing input/recommendations to the Supervisor and/or Regional Clinic Manager and other team members regarding efficiency of processes/procedures relating to work duties with a view to ensuring streamlined, effective and client/family-centred practices.

What you bring

Education, Training and Experience

• Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in medical transcription and one (1) years recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have; knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

  PHSA and BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.