Program Clerk/Transcriptionist

Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $26.42/Hr. - CAD $28.25/Hr.
Job Summary

Come work as a Program Clerk/Transcriptionist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Integrated Mental Health team in Richmond, BC! Apply now to join the team!

Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, to provide office support for the Richmond Mental Health Team. Word processes a variety of documents, transcribes documents using an electronic Dictaphone System, and edits and proofreads documents for accuracy, stylistic consistency, format, punctuation and grammar. Checks staff travel expense claims and sessional dates/times on physician’s sessional billings, maintains client charts such as creating physical charts, pulling charts and filing documents, distributes client laboratory reports to staff or physicians, processes the Mental Health Team’s mail, and attends and participates in meetings. Acts as a receptionist as required, performs a variety of clerical duties, maintains levels of stationary supplies and monitors equipment, maintains client databases and compiles statistics. Participates in on going team planning and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Grade 12 supplemented with an approved Medical Office Assistant/Medical Transcriptionist program and one (1) year's recent related experience, or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of and proficiency in relevant software.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Ability to type 50 wpm.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to compose business correspondence.

Ability to work effectively with others.

Ability to be sensitive, tactful and diplomatic with clients and the public.

Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Ability to perform relevant calculations.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Basic computer literacy to operate computerized patient care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail software.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.

Closing Statement

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.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan

Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families

Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers

Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

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.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.