Job Description

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Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Assistant to support the Primary Care department.



In accordance with Northern Health's vision of an idealized system of services where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams, the Primary Care Assistant functions as a member of the interprofessional team.

As an integral member of the team, the Primary Care Assistant works to support Primary Care providers and the Interprofessional Team (IPT) in the delivery of safe, efficient, and quality Primary Care Services throughout Northern Health. The Primary Care Assistant provides both operational and administrative support in a clinic and/or other community setting in accordance with Northern Health policies and procedures.

Valemount Community Health Center

is a full-service health center which provides emergency medical care, lab services, seniors' programs, addictions services, counselling services, home and community care, public health and more.

Programs:

Prenatal registry and pre/postnatal group appointments Primary Care Nurses - Immunization, prenatal, palliative care in community Evening clinics to target our working population Well Woman clinics Foot care clinics (limited) Patient self-management room where the patients can take their own blood pressure, weigh themselves, and use the computer to access sites such as How's Your Health Outpatient clinics with visiting specialists (Orthopedic, Rheumatology, Paediatric, Renal) Mental Health and Substance Use Life skills worker

Valemount

Located in the beautiful Robson Valley, Valemount is nestled between the Canadian Rockies, the Monashee Mountains and the Cariboo Mountains. Valemount is the home of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies and the origin of the Fraser River. The major industries include forestry, ranching, and tourism. Valemount is a rural community of approximately 1100 residents. There is one elementary school and one secondary school. Check out Valemount for more information on this spectacular rural community.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Employee referral program Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession) Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

Program certificates or diplomas High school/college/university transcripts etc. It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before

applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
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Qualifications

Grade 12. Graduation from an Office Assistant Course from an accredited Community College plus two years recent, related experience in a health care setting. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and work roles. Ability to work as an effective member of an integrated administrative team. Ability to communicate effectively using both written and verbal communication. Ability to type 40 WPM. Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to follow detailed instruction. Ability to use a high degree of tact and diplomacy in working with others. Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient safety practices, policies and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a fast-paced health care environment. Demonstrated proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet applications, and specialized clinical information systems. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
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Comments

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Competition #:

05708614


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Employee Type:

CASUAL


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Bargaining Unit:

BCGEU


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Facility:

VALEMOUNT D&T CENTRE


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Location:

Valemount, BC


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Department:

VMO INTERPROF TEAM 1


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Reports To:

MANAGER


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Hourly Wage:

$25.54 - $27.22


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Close Date:

AUGUST 29, 2025






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