Office assistant jobs in Burnaby, British Columbia

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Health Unit Clerk, Various Programs
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver, BC
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Health Unit Clerk, Various Programs
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver, BC
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Health Unit Clerk, Various Programs
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Provincial Health Services Authority

Health Unit Clerk, Various Programs

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Burnaby · About 12.2 km from the city centre

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 3, 2026
Posted: Nov 3, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Performs a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of the Program Area or Unit such as booking and coordinating appointments, diagnostic tests and procedures, processing clinician orders, preparing requisitions and reception/switchboard duties.

Duties/Accountabilities

Transcribes and processes clinician orders by completing and forwarding requisitions for tests or services, using the electronic health record system to schedule; tests or services with the appropriate departments/processes; return appointments, appointments of various types and related data into the electronic health record, and communicates various information according to procedure.
Organizes diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients by co-ordinating numerous interrelated appointments. Prepares and communicates related instructions to patients in person, by telephone, by mail or virtual.
Gathers patient information for medical appointments to assist in facilitating an efficient patient flow. Requests, receives and transports patient information to designated clinical area. Prepares documents for clinical team and patient.
Performs a variety of receptionist duties such as greeting and registering patients and supporting way finding, answering the telephone/switchboard and responding in person by triage inquiries, relaying verbal and written messages.
Participates in the onboarding and orientation of staff through methods such as demonstrating work procedures and answering related queries. Supports student clinical practicums as required
Maintains a safe environment for patients, families and staff by adhering to safety policies and standards and emergency procedures.
Participates as a collaborative member of the health care team.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Grade 12, medical terminology and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program plus one (1) 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 40 w.p.m.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.

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Responsibilities

Coordinates patient appointments, diagnostic tests, and therapeutic services; processes clinician orders and related requisitions using the electronic health record system. Performs reception and patient-flow support, prepares and communicates instructions and documents, and contributes to staff orientation and a safe, collaborative care environment.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12, medical terminology, and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program, plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Candidates must communicate effectively, organize work, keyboard at 40 words per minute, operate related equipment and software, and have the physical ability to perform the duties.

Skills

Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Organization
Keyboarding
Electronic Health Record Systems
Appointment Scheduling
Order Processing
Patient Coordination
Reception Duties
Telephone Switchboard Operation
Medical Terminology
Team Collaboration
Patient Safety

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Keywords

Medical Terminology
Nursing Unit Clerk Program
Electronic Health Record
Clinician Orders
Requisitions
Appointment Scheduling
Diagnostic Tests
Therapeutic Services
Patient Flow
Patient Registration
Reception
Telephone Switchboard
Patient Information
Clinical Documentation
Staff Onboarding
Student Clinical Practicums
Patient Safety
Emergency Procedures
Keyboarding
40 Words Per Minute

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