Secretary II - SHCHC - Jobs in Chéticamp, NS

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Req ID: 112606Location: Eastern Zone, Sacred Heart Community Health CentreCompany: NSHADepartment: OPEZ Sacred Heart HospitalType of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)Union Status: CUPEPosting Closing Date: 1-Jun-21Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Health Services Manager, the Secretary is responsible for a wide variety of administrative duties and function, supporting Sacred Hearth Community Health Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for efficient prioritization of multiple responsibilities to meet the requirements of the department/unit utilizing initiative, judgement, and knowledge, in a confidential setting.The Secretary may be required to provide coverage in the absence of other secretaries in the portfolio.QualificationsCompletion of Grade XII plus graduate of a business, office information technology, medical office assistant, secretarial course or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum of two years secretarial experience requiredMedical Terminology Course or equivalentAdvanced working knowledge and proficiency with a variety of computer software and programs, specifically Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)Knowledge and prior experience in use of SAP software and Meditech considered an assetAdaptable to change and is flexible to accommodate the expectations of the positionAbility to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary teamDemonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including direct interaction with clients, staff and publicDemonstrated excellent organizational and prioritizing skillsDemonstrated commitment to self-learning and continuous professional developmentPhysical ability to perform duties of the positionGood work and attendance recordCommitment to maintain and protect patient, client, and personal safety on an ongoing basisCommitment to confidentiality and privacy of Nova Scotia Health patients and clientsMust be bilingual in French and English** A skill test may be included as part of the selection process **Please Note: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.Hours of WorkFull Time, Long Assignment; 70 hours bi-weeklyCommencing August 1, 2021; Ending August 1, 2022Dates are approximate and subject to changeSalary Information$21.7303 - $24.3130 hourlyThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.Criminal Record CheckProof of education & training certificationsProof of any additional required qualificationValid registration with the relevant licensing bodySubmission of immunization record along with health assessment documentationProof of SIN numberHiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit - CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.