Program Assistant & Hearing Screener – Preventative & Perinatal Services

Island Health·Tofino, British Columbia

CA$29 - CA$30/hrFull Time Temporary On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 hour ago

Program Assistant & Hearing Screener – Preventative & Perinatal Services · CA$29 - CA$30/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-31% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Tofino, British Columbia (CA$41.42/hr)

CA$27.78/hr · p10p90 · CA$44.85/hr

this role: CA$28.51/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted healthcare roles in Tofino, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 14th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 31% below the Tofino, British Columbia median for similar positions.

Provide clerical and administrative support to the Preventative and Perinatal Services Program..

Maintain inventories of supplies and book appointments..

Gather client information and support program administration..

Schedule and conduct vision and hearing screenings for preschool and school-aged children..

Perform newborn and school hearing screenings in accordance with BC Early Hearing Program protocols..

Identify, triage, screen, and refer newborns for follow-up..

Work with families, professionals, health units, hospitals, and schools across multiple sites..

Operate computerized applications, databases, and related equipment.

Close Date Sep. 9 2026 Location Tofino General Hospital (TGH) - Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 CA Ucluelet Community Health Centre (UPR) - Ucluelet, BC V0R3A0 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $28.51 - $30.31 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 25 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Mar. 7 2028 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety are 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 Team Leader, Administrative Services, the Program Assistant provides support to the Preventative and Perinatal Services Program of Population and Public Health. The Program Assistant provides a variety of clerical and administrative support duties utilizing a variety of computerized applications. Supports the program by performing duties such as maintaining inventories of supplies, booking appointments, gathering of client information; schedules and conducts vision and/or hearing screening for preschool/school aged children in a school or clinic setting. Reporting to BC Early Hearing Program Regional Coordinator/Senior Audiologist, the Program Assistant also performs newborn hearing screening and school hearing screening. Following the BC Early Hearing Program (BCEHP) protocols and competencies, identifies, triages, screens and refers newborns for follow up. Works with families and professionals in the community at various sites, including health units, hospitals and schools.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12.
Medical Office Assistant Certificate, including courses in word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
Two (2) years recent related administrative experience in a similar environment.
Completion of BCCDC Vaccine Storage & Handling course.
Recent related experience working with newborn infants and their families or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience with hearing screening and office administration.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License. Skills And Abilities

Requirements

Grade 12 education..

Medical Office Assistant Certificate, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software courses..

Two years of recent related administrative experience in a similar environment..

BCCDC Vaccine Storage and Handling course completion..

Recent experience working with newborn infants and their families, or equivalent education, training, and experience in hearing screening and office administration..

Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence..

Strong verbal and written communication skills..

Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others..

Knowledge of medical terminology and general office procedures..

Proficiency with computers, databases, and Microsoft Office..

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, analyze, and resolve problems..

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position..

Criminal Record Check required.

high school
professional certificate
Communication
Medical terminology
Microsoft Office
Administrative support
Problem solving
Organization and prioritization
Family-centered care
Database software
Appointment scheduling
Vision screening
Medical office administration
Hearing screening
Newborn hearing screening
Client information gathering
Typing at 60 words per minute
Vaccine storage and handling
Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time, Temporary
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: CA$29 - CA$30/hr
Locations: Tofino, British Columbia; Ucluelet, British Columbia
Posted: Sep 6, 2026
Application: Employer website

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