Administrative Assistant 1, Professional Practice

2 months ago


Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $24.77/Hr. - CAD $32.52/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Administrative Assistant 1, Professional Practice & Education with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Administrative Assistant 1 to join the Professional Practice & Education team. Apply today to join our team

As an Administrative Assistant 1, Professional Practice & Education with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

Provide confidential administrative assistance and secretarial support to the designated Director and programs/services throughout the applicable Community of Care (CoC) or Corporate Department of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Triage information of a sensitive and confidential nature, coordinate the flow of information, ensure accurate and timely delivery of administrative services, and keep the Director apprised of issues and activities. Interact primarily with director/managers and their administrative support staff throughout the CoC and across VCH to professionally represent the Director’s interests, share information, clarify details and answer questions. Work independently and communicate with internal and external stakeholders/customers in a manner that promotes positive and respectful relationships.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Graduation from a recognized administrative assistant/secretarial post-secondary program. Three (3) years of senior administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must have advanced word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, desktop publishing, and database software skills and the ability to type a minimum of 60 .

Knowledge & Abilities

Exercises considerable judgment, tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature. Liaises in a professional and courteous manner with managers/directors, staff and the public to gather and disseminate information. Communicates in a compelling, clear and understandable manner (both verbally and in writing) in order to represent the Director’s interests. Applies excellent time management skills to prioritize and complete assignments in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness and contributes to organizational success. Practices care and thoroughness when maintaining, monitoring, calculating and summarizing data, records and budget information. Collaborates with peers to ensure administrative systems and processes are consistently followed and monitored for effectiveness and that gaps are addressed and resolved when identified. Employs expertise in the use of desktop computer applications to create a variety of documents and presentations. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.


As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.



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