Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago


Bedford, Canada Northwood Full time

Come join the Northwood team

Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people

Department: Nursing Services Bedford Campus

Reporting to: Nursing Services Manager

Effective: Immediately

Hours: 40 Hours Biweekly (8 hour shifts)

**Responsibilities**:

- Performs routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, and organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files
- Performs typing and data entry for Managers and Supervisors
- Performs quality control audits on existing databases including Point Click Care
- Prepares and manages confidential correspondence and reports
- Support to LTC Projects and Accreditation Preparation
- Supports Administration in preparation for meetings as required
- Manages and maintains policies and procedures as communicated by the Manager

**Qualifications**:

- College Diploma; One year Administrative or business course
- Two years of relevant work experience
- Knowledge of software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Microsoft, Point Click Care, Procura) preferred
- Knowledge of office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax machine) preferred
- Experience in an office environment or customer service is considered an asset
- Keyboarding skills of 50 words per minute required
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must have the ability to work independently
- Must be flexible, may be required to travel between sites
- Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance

**Salary**: As per Northwood Scale



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