Healthcare Administrative Support Specialist

3 days ago


East Kootenays Fernie, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

Are you a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills? Do you have experience in healthcare administration and are looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a skilled Healthcare Administrative Support Specialist to join our team at Interior Health Authority.

About the Role

This is a Casual opportunity, which means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 37.5 hours per week. As a Healthcare Administrative Support Specialist, you will be responsible for performing a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a patient/resident care area.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prioritize, process, coordinate and transcribe physicians' orders;
  • Act as a communication link for the Unit;
  • Schedule, book and coordinate patient/resident appointments;
  • Assemble and maintain patient/resident charts, input patient/resident data and transcribe information into relevant systems such as MARS, Kardex, Careplan, charts or electronic health record systems;
  • Clerical duties - keyboarding, data entry, filing, compiling, preparing and maintaining statistics, producing reports, delivering and picking up items, maintaining unit supply levels and meeting minutes;
  • Maintain timekeeping records for regular and relief staff and submit/enter to payroll systems;
  • Observe patient/resident call signals and relay messages to the appropriate personnel.

What You Need to Qualify

  • Completion of Grade 12;
  • A current Typing Test of 40 wpm or greater completed within past 48 months from a recognized institution;
  • A Nursing Unit Clerk Certificate;
  • Your Resume;
  • A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position.

About Us

Interior Health offers a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience. In addition to a generous compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and extended health coverage, as well as a pension plan. We also provide opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.



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