Clinical Assistant

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Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a temporary on site Clinical Assistant to support physicians at the North Shore Geriatric Assessment Clinic in West Vancouver, blending clinical and clerical medical office duties within the Primary Health Care Clinic program. Ideal candidates have Grade 12, a Medical Office Assistant credential, and about one year of related experience, plus solid knowledge of medical terminology, clinical policies, community resources, and office procedures. Strong customer service, the ability to work independently, respond to emergent situations, and a typing speed of 5,000 keystrokes per hour are essential. To apply, tailor your resume to MOA training and clinic support, apply via the Internal Career Portal before the deadline, and be prepared for a Criminal Records Check; this is an internal posting for VCH employees only.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client service culture and the policies and procedures of Vancouver Coastal Health reporting to the Manager or delegate provides extensive clinical and clerical medical office duties to support the smooth function of the Primary Health Care Clinic/Program.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 12, graduation from a Medical Office Assistant program, one (1) year of recent, related clinical medical office support experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesWorking knowledge of clinical policies, procedures and objectives.Working knowledge of community resources and agencies.Working knowledge of office procedures.Business writing skills.Knowledge of medical terminology.Ability to perform basic medical tests and accurately assess and record results in medical files.Ability to respond independently and effectively to emergent situation and effectively present health information to individuals.Ability to keyboard 5,000 keystrokes per hour. Exceptional customer service and communication skills.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team.Ability to prioritize and organize workload and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain satisfactory work relationships with clients and staff.Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with coworkers, clients and staff from other agencies.Demonstrated skill in using a variety of office equipment and computer software programs.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.

Details

This position supports physicians with the North Shore Geriatric Assessment Clinic. Please visit the VCH website for basic clinic details: https://www.vch.ca/en/location-service/geriatric-assessment-clinic-west-vancouver-community-health-centre 

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 BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.