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The Health Law Paralegal in Legal & Privacy is a fast-paced professional position reporting to the Associate General Counsel, Health Law. The position provides coordination for a variety of functions within a dynamic and service focused Health Law Team in support of the vision, mission and business plan of Health Shared Services. Working under limited guidance, the position is responsible for: Assisting lawyers in a broad range of health law legal matters, including day to day administrative support, provision of resources to clients, research, project management and larger file management.

This position provides oversight and administration of the provincial Clinical Legal Intake Line which requires, interviewing clients/health care providers, triaging, file management, navigation and some file oversight to assist lawyers. Consulting with other professionals within Health Shared Services as required, this position interprets client needs, assesses requirements and identifies solutions to standard issues and requests.

Description

Accountable for identifying service delivery, business and operational issues and raising them with the Associate General Counsel, Health Law. Supports the processes of identification to resolution of issues, including follow up. Manages routine issues/situations according to policy/procedure.

Coordinates standardized work methods, protocols, policies and procedures related to Health Law matters. Draws on technical and practical skills to adjust to changing priorities, ability to use initiative, take responsibility, be proactive and work in a complex workplace. The position supports the customer service focus by ensuring all client needs and/or inquiries are seamlessly relayed to appropriate and correct Health Shared Services staff in a timely and qualified manner.





This position participates in various department meetings. Executes project work plans and revises as appropriate, provides input into the project/program. Contributes to design and maintenance framework for files, client resources and internal resources.

Fosters and maintains positive relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Builds and maintains an effective network of contacts and resources at various levels of the organization. Supports commitment to the vision for Health Shared Services and Legal & Privacy through effective communication strategies and protocols.

Provides information on standard requests.er information in this field.

Transition Company: Health Shared Services Classification: Paralegal Union: Exempt Unit and Program: Legal Services Primary Location: Southport Tower Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta Negotiable Location: Provincial Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 22-OCT-2026 Date Available: 14-DEC-2026 Temporary End Date: 14-DEC-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $25.63 Maximum Salary: $42.71 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

A minimum of an undergrad degree or paralegal diploma.

Additional Required Qualifications





Previous legal experience in private and/or public sector legal environment or in an organization of significant size, complexity and diversity is preferred (healthcare experience an asset). A demonstrated clear pattern of professional and personal development. In addition, the incumbent will possess a record of accomplishment in the following areas: Knowledge and skills in problem solving and concerns resolution.

Strong commitment to operating within a team environment and the ability to work with others to achieve common goals. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Effective communicator with strong organizational skills, influential skills, client focused orientation and commitment to providing quality services.

Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders to respond to standard requests and relay information. Ability to analyze varied and complex situations, direct and implement action, and follow up as required. Excellent organizational skills required with attention to detail.

Ability to demonstrate successful problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrates a desire to continuously learn and apply new learned skills. Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities, ability to use initiative, take responsibility, be proactive and work in a complex environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the client group / function supported and policies.

Experience in project planning, execution, reporting, monitoring and evaluation.

Experience in research, data analysis and developing effective reports. Demonstrated ability to facilitate change.

Experience in project work. Legal, medical terminology desirable.

📌 Paralegal (Calgary)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Calgary