Receptionist, Bcehs

**Receptionist, BCEHS**

BC Emergency Health Services

Vancouver, BC

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of BC Emergency Health Services, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at BC Emergency Health Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all patient and employee safety aspects of this position.

The Receptionist provides a variety of clerical duties to BCEHS Corporate Head Office such as maintaining departmental files and records, receiving and directing visitors, answering phones, taking messages, re-directing calls, completing requisitions and filing.

**What you’ll do**
- Performs receptionist duties as assigned such as answering incoming telephone calls, responding to or redirecting inquiries and taking messages.
- Receiving visitors and issuing parking and security passes.
- Receives and distributes faxes and mail including deliveries and prepares outgoing mail.
- Schedules appointments and meetings as directed, books meeting rooms and equipment, circulates notices, and orders and receives catering services as instructed.
- Tracks incoming correspondence by entering into CLIFF, distributes information and follows up as per established procedure.
- Performs secretarial duties including typing technical and non-technical material such as meeting agendas and minutes, correspondence, reports, lists and forms from written drafts by utilizing various word processing and spreadsheet software packages.
- Monitors central Occupational First Aid Attendant in/out board.
- Performs other related duties as assigned

**What you bring**

Qualifications
- Grade 12 and one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Ability to keyboard at 55 w.p.m.

Skills & Knowledge
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- 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).

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

**Job Type**:Temporary, Full-Time - Until return of incumbent
**Wage**:$24.80 / Hour
**Location**:2955 Virtual Way #302, Vancouver, BC V5M 4X3
**Closing date**:Applications accepted until position is filled
**Hours of Work**:0830-1630 (Monday to Friday)
**Requisition # **173543E

**What we do**

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The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation