Nursing Unit Assistant & Switchboard Operator - SPH Emergency
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Administrative/Clerical
Healthcare Administration -
Healthcare
Healthcare Administration
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
07:00-15:00, 15:00-23:00, 23:00-07:00
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Regular PT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$30.03 - $30.03
Paid FTE
0.68
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
48.5
Planned Start Date
Sep. 2 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
No
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Nurse manager, performs a variety of clerical functions related to patient documentation, including computerized admission, in accordance with established guidelines, policies and procedures. Responsible for receiving and forwarding all non auto-attendant telephone calls in the absence of the switchboard/receptionist.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, medical terminology and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Skills And Abilities- 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 keyboard at 50 wpm
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.
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