Administrative Services Assistant

Position Summary Sparwood Health Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Casual Administrative Services Assistant to join their team in Sparwood, B.C. When scheduled this position works Days from 08:00 to 16:00. This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 37.5 hours per week. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities. What Will You Work On? This position performs reception and administrative support to HCIS/MHSU/PCCT programs in accordance with Interior Health polices and procedures. Performs duties such as data entry, client scheduling, preparing routine correspondence and reports, responding to inquiries, and collecting fees. This position also provides health unit aide support to HCIS/MHSU/PCCT programs by performing duties such as maintaining inventories of medical/surgical supplies, cleaning medical equipment and instruments, and delivering supplies and biologicals to health unit as requested. How Will We Help You Grow? Interior Health offers excellent benefits for permanent and temporary positions and many opportunities to maximize your skills. We are an organization where you have room to grow in a place where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. If you are an experienced Administrative Services Assistant and want to be challenged in your role while working with a solid and experienced team in a wonderful working environment, Apply Today! Community Profile: Sparwood is a family-friendly Rocky Mountain community nestled in the heart of B.C.'s Elk Valley. The community offers exceptional lifestyle opportunities that include world-class skiing, mountain-biking, fishing, hiking and hunting or simply spending time in the great outdoors. Sparwood is ideally situated to take full advantage of outdoor recreation throughout the year. Just 30 minutes away, the Fernie Alpine Resort offers skiing, snowmobiling and a host of other winter activities. In the summer months, bikers and hikers can take full advantage of the beautiful Elk Valley Provincial Park. Sparwood’s alpine setting in the midst of lakes, glacier-fed rivers and woodlands make it hunting and fishing paradise. Qualfications Education and Experience: Grade 12, a certificate from a recognized office administration certificate program, plus one year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current valid BC Driver’s License. Skills & Abilities: • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position • Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others • Ability to operate related equipment • Ability to organize and prioritize • Ability to type at 40 wpm • Knowledge of general office procedures • Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients • Knowledge of nursing equipment • Knowledge of sterilization techniques and procedures • Business writing skills