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PRIMARY CARE ADMIN COORDINATOR

Northern Health9 days ago
Chetwynd, BC
CA$29 - CA$31/hourly
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Extended health/dental and municipal pension plan
Three weeks vacation after one year of service
Moving expense reimbursement

About the role

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Primary Care Admin Coordinator to join our Primary Care Admin Coordinator department

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, this position performs confidential administrative support and secretarial functions to senior staff in accordance with Northern Health policies and procedures. Supervises and coordinates Primary Care Assistants throughout the assigned communities, including on-site visits to various sites as required. Performs duties such as word processing, data entry, preparing correspondence and reports, responding to inquiries, monitoring expenditures and providing input into the development of policies and procedures, manages staff schedules and arranges meetings.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:30 to 16:30

Primary and Community Care
Northern Health’s approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings and will result in better long-term health outcomes.
The Chetwynd Primary Care Clinic boasts over 6,000 square feet of nature-inspired design harmonizing with the facility’s natural surroundings. It contains 12 exam rooms, office space, 1 procedure CPR room with AED. Services provided by physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff in the clinic include:

  • Public health nursing
  • Home and community nursing
  • Home Support
  • Aboriginal Liaison
  • Mental Health and Addictions

In addition, specialized services are offered in the clinic on a weekly
basis, including:

  • Dental

  • Dietitian

  • Audio

Chetwynd lies in the foothills of the Eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains and is the natural transportation hub of the Peace River Country. The area is rich in oil, gas and timber and the local resources and manufacturing industries reflect these assets. Other major industries in the area are ranching, tourism, mining and the service sector. The population of Chetwynd is 3,100, with a trading area of 7,000. There are three elementary schools, one Montessori school, one secondary school and a Northern Lights College campus. Affordable housing, where you can live on acreage only minutes from town, makes Chetwynd an ideal choice for a career move. Chetwynd is very tight-knit and has a vibrant art community. Check out Chetwynd for more information on this friendly and supportive community.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

  • Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

  • Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

  • Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions

  • Employee referral program

  • Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

  • Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC

  • “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

  • Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)

  • Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

  • Program certificates or diplomas

  • High school/college/university transcripts etc.

  • It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualifications
  • Grade 12, a certificate from a recognized office administration certificate program, plus three (3) years recent related administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

  • Current valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to type 50 words per minute.

  • Knowledge of general office procedures.

  • Knowledge of Health Policy and Procedures including Privacy legislation.

  • Self-directed with effective organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.

  • Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.

  • Ability to be flexible in a dynamic work environment.

  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

  • Ability to supervise in an effective manner, guiding individuals toward the vision of Primary Care.

  • Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

  • Ability to plan, organize and prioritize.

  • Ability to deal with others in a professional manner using tact and good judgment.

  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

  • Knowledge of general office procedures and ability to operate related office equipment.

  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

  • Business writing skills.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

Comments
Competition #:

05713648

Employee Type:

PERMANENT FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:

BCGEU

Facility:

CHETWYND PRIMARY C CLINIC

Location:

Chetwynd, BC

Department:

CHO MEDICAL CLINIC

Reports To:

MANAGER COMMUNITY SERVICES OR DESIGNATE

Hourly Wage:

$28.80 - $30.53

Close Date:

OCTOBER 13, 2025

  • All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

About Northern Health

Hospitals and Health Care
5001-10,000

Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.

Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.

Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.

Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.

These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.

Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.