Job Description

East Kootenay Regional Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Casual Switchboard Operator Receptionist to join their team in Cranbrook, BC!



This position works rotating days, evenings, nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00

How will we help you grow?

Join our team as a casual employee, where you'll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

What Will You Work On?

This position operates the Switchboard, public address, and pager systems; receives and directs patients and visitors; admits all patients during the evening, night shifts and weekends; receives, records and accounts for various monies owing; and performs various clerical duties.

What should your application include?

A 5-minute typing test (45+ NWPM) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details. A Medical Terminology Certificate Your Resume outlining two year's recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week).


Come join our team and see why we're one of Canada's Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?

Apply Today!

Grade 12, one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to keyboard at 45 wpm from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). * Working knowledge of medical terminology.