Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteTravel RequirementNoShift Start Time/End Time07:30-15:30, 15:30-21:00Days OffRotatingVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$30.03 - $30.03Paid FTE0.44Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS31.46Planned Start DateSep. 7 2026Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Apr. 6 2027Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Manager or designate and under general supervision, positions at this level perform a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a patient care area. This includes duties such as acting as a communication link for the Unit by transcribing and processing physicians orders,



communicating with other departments and hospitals, coordinating patient appointments, arranging patient tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors and telephone answering. Assembles and maintains patient charts and performs keyboarding and data entry responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 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 AbilitiesAbility 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 wpmAbility to organize work.Ability to operate related equipment.Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.

📌 Nursing Unit Assistant (Nanaimo)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Nanaimo