Administrative Assistant II (227156)
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Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In 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; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Executive Director or designate the Administrative Assistant II is responsible for carrying out complex secretarial duties and associated administrative tasks for the head of multiple departments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
A level of education training and experience equivalent to high school graduation plus additional related course work in office or business administration and at least five (5) years related senior administrative experience in a large complex organization preferably in the healthcare field. Proven ability to work with a variety of disciplines to maintain and foster good working relationships.
Skills And Abilities
- Strong computer skills and extensive knowledge of applications such as MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Project Outlook)
- Excellent interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of work situations including physicians hospital staff board members government representatives community agency personnel and the general public.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong sense of teamwork.
- Aptitude to be proactive requiring minimum direction.
- Strong problem solving skills to anticipate and resolve issues before they escalate.
- Capable of decision making/problem solving within predetermined guidelines.
- Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Work under pressure with short turnaround times; flexibility to ensure deadlines are accommodated.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Requirements
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
