Administrative Secretary

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

Administrative Secretary
Children's & Women's Health Centre, Vancouver

The secretary supports the administrative work of Department and Division members in achieving the academic, clinical, administrative and research objectives. In addition, there is a requirement to participate as one of the administrative team members and adhere to Agency and Department policies and procedures.

Confidential matters can be diverse; therefore, tact and diplomacy need to be exercised at all times. Initiative, judgment, problem solving skills as well as excellent communication skills are necessary. Competing and conflicting demands require the ability to work under time pressures.

What you’ll do

Schedules and maintains outlook calendar; processes financial requisitions, co-coordinates meetings, books conference leave, flights and hotels. Provides other administrative support to Department and Division members, inclusive of management team. Processes a variety of correspondence from written and dictated sources and uses software applications as required. Provides administrative relief within the Department and Division as required. Attends meetings and in-services as required. Performs other duties as appropriate to the support of the Department of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine.

What you bring

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to Grade 12 plus graduation from a formal administrative program plus 3 years recent related experience in a health care environment. Ability to work independently and during significant levels of interruptions. Ability to multi-talk and prioritize. Proven professional attitude at the highest degree. Demonstrated flexibility to meet and adapt to changes in organizational priorities and work under time pressures to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to demonstrate tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature. Demonstrated physical ability to carry out duties of the position.

What’s in it for you

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 and development. Access to more than 2,000 in-house training programs. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan. 12 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. Perks include onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

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What we do

BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre (BCW) program is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, coordinates 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: 

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, 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, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.



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