Switchboard Operator/Receptionist at Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

29.24

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Switchboard Operation, Reception Services, Keyboarding, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Organization, Medical Terminology, Data Entry, Typing, Emergency Response

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Notice NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered. Description JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centred care model and accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, works under general supervision, performs communication, information and reception services by telephone or in person to staff, clients and the public by performing duties such as operating the computerized telephone exchange, locating personnel through the use of pagers, answering services and the public address system, responding to emergencies and receiving patient items such as flowers for delivery. Performs a variety clerical duties such as typing and data entry, maintaining patient arrival lists and in-patient register records, and operating on-line computer to retrieve information as required. QUALIFICATIONS:QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience Grade 12, plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to keyboard at 45 w.p.m.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to organize work.Ability to operate related equipment.Knowledge of medical terminology.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

Responsibilities

Provides communication and reception services via telephone and in person for staff, clients, and the public. Performs clerical duties including data entry, maintaining patient registers, and managing emergency responses.