Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Tuktoyaktuk
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Relief Clerk - Receptionist reports directly to the Nurse-in-Charge (NIC) at the Rosie Ovayouk Health Centre in Tuktoyaktuk. The incumbent provides efficient administrative and clerical services for the Nurse-in-Charge, (and other transient health-care professionals) Health Centre staff and patients. The incumbent also provides services between health center staff, patients, visiting physicians, and other healthcare professionals on a regular basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have good communication and observation skills for reception of the public;
- Basic knowledge of office routine is necessary and also a basic understanding of patient care and treatment;
- Key-boarding skills
- Computer knowledge in word-processing, database, spreadsheets and communications software;
- The incumbent must be able to keep confidential information confidential.
- Ability to speak the aboriginal language and knowledge of interpretation/translation practices is considered an asset,
- The incumbent must be able to meet and deal pleasantly and effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds in order to effectively greet callers/visitors who are irrational and emotional and determine their actual situation and requirements.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The foregoing knowledge, ability and skills would normally be acquired through completion of a minimum of grade 10, general office procedures course and related experience that are required to perform the secretarial and clerical functions of the job.
Equivalencies may include but are not limited to:
Nine (9) months directly related experience
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Tuktoyaktuk
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Relief Clerk - Receptionist reports directly to the Nurse-in-Charge (NIC) at the Rosie Ovayouk Health Centre in Tuktoyaktuk. The incumbent provides efficient administrative and clerical services for the Nurse-in-Charge, (and other transient health-care professionals) Health Centre staff and patients. The incumbent also provides services between health center staff, patients, visiting physicians, and other healthcare professionals on a regular basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have good communication and observation skills for reception of the public;
- Basic knowledge of office routine is necessary and also a basic understanding of patient care and treatment;
- Key-boarding skills
- Computer knowledge in word-processing, database, spreadsheets and communications software;
- The incumbent must be able to keep confidential information confidential.
- Ability to speak the aboriginal language and knowledge of interpretation/translation practices is considered an asset,
- The incumbent must be able to meet and deal pleasantly and effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds in order to effectively greet callers/visitors who are irrational and emotional and determine their actual situation and requirements.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The foregoing knowledge, ability and skills would normally be acquired through completion of a minimum of grade 10, general office procedures course and related experience that are required to perform the secretarial and clerical functions of the job.
Equivalencies may include but are not limited to:
Nine (9) months directly related experience
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.