Island Health·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Perform clerical duties related to the operation of a patient care area.
Act as a communication link for the unit.
Transcribe and process physicians' orders.
Communicate with other departments and hospitals.
Coordinate patient appointments.
Arrange patient tests and receive results.
Receive and direct visitors.
Answer telephone calls.
Assemble and maintain patient charts.
Perform keyboarding and data entry
Close Date Location Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) - Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Ambulatory Clinic in the NRGH Hospital Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 Days Off Weekend/Stats, As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $30.03 - $30.03 Paid FTE 0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 0 Planned Start Date Sep. 14 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
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 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.
Grade 12 education.
Medical terminology training.
Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program.
One year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Recent experience in a neuro unit or ambulatory clinic is an asset
Market context
In British Columbia, Nursing Unit Assistant roles are commonly tied to ongoing hospital and unit operations, so demand is often strongest where patient flow and clerical coordination are constant. This role is competitive because employers look for a mix of formal training, recent related experience, and strong communication skills to keep unit records, messages, and workflow organized. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show medical terminology knowledge and recent unit-based experience.