Competition #:

165053 External

Posted:

August 3, 2026

Closes:

August 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date:

September 28, 2026

Location:

Switchboard

Saint John Regional Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification:

Telecommunications Clerk (1010)

Job Classification Type:

CUPE

Job Type:

Permanent Part Time

FTE:

0.4

Schedule:

Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Rotation, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement:

English Essential and spoken French (B1.2 / Intermediate +)

Salary:

24.4768 to 25.9876 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Telecommunications Clerk is responsible for operating the switchboard and public address system as well as performing clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

- High School graduation or equivalent.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Good work record.

Demonstrated proficiency verified by testing in:

- Data Entry 4000 KSPH

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Telecommunications Clerk is responsible for:

- Providing answering and messaging services
- Providing reception services and responding to inquiries
- Monitoring and responding to emergency codes
- Performing clerical duties

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

- Communication
- Interpersonal Relations
- Patient/Client Focus





Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive setting for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

📌 Saint John Telecommunications Clerk (1010) PCN 1251406
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Saint John