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Administrative Assistant - Laboratory Services - Term Full-Time

@ Yukon Hospital

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Whitehorse, Yukon

$32.22–$40.77/hrFull-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Yukon Hospital is hiring a full-time administrative assistant for its laboratory services team, on a term from November 16, 2026 to March 31, 2027. The role is the first point of contact for patients and visitors and coordinates clinical activities for the outpatient laboratory, with electronic record maintenance and scheduling in Meditech. The posting states the pay range of $32.22 to $40.77 per hour at the L04 level, plus an on-site gym and free parking.

Pay:

$32.22–$40.77 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as first contact for patients and visitors
  • Coordinate outpatient laboratory clinical activities
  • Create, update and maintain electronic records
  • Interact with physicians and medical professionals

Requirements summary:

  • High School Diploma and administrative or medical office assistant training
  • Knowledge of medical office procedures and terminology
  • Meditech and Microsoft Office proficiency
  • One year hospital or medical office experience (asset)

Tools & skills

MeditechMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-02
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAdministrative
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Office
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationHigh school (required), College diploma (required)
Fields of studyAdministrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant
Perks mentionedWellness, Transit support

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A journey together. The best care every time.

Full company description

We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time. Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon’s primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging. Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 5 Hospital Road, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 3H7, CA
  • 817 Ravenhill Drive, PO Box 866, Watson Lake, YT Y0A 1C0, CA
  • 501 Sixth Avenue, PO 870, Dawson City, YT Y0B 1G0, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
Other recorded names
  • Yukon Hospital
  • Yukon Hospitals
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Reported total investment
0

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We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersWhitehorse, YT
Organization typeNonprofit
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Job description

Term Full-Time Position (1.0FTE)

November 16, 2026 - March 31, 2027

This position is at the L04 level with an hourly pay range of $32.22 to $40.77

(PSAC Bargaining Unit)

Reporting to the Laboratory Information Manager, the incumbent provides administrative duties including; being the initial contact for patients/visitors; responsible for coordinating clinical activities to ensure the outpatient laboratory operates efficiently; creating, updating and maintaining electronic records, and interacting with various other medical professionals. The incumbent recognizes their role in creating a culturally safe environment for patients, and actively demonstrated their support, understanding and alignment with Yukon Hospitals Purpose, Vision and Values.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

  • Knowledge of and proficiency in medical office procedures;
  • Knowledge of medical terminology;
  • Knowledge of computerized scheduling (Meditech);
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel and Outlook);
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with colleagues, peers, patients and families;
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, adapt to workload variances and resolve work related problems;
  • Ability to keep current with changes and aid in implementation of accepted change;
  • Ability to interview patients/clients and obtain necessary information;
  • Thoroughness and strong attention to detail;
  • Ability to train and orientate other health care professionals;
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer skills with ability to deal with agitated patients/family/supports and physicians;
  • Cross cultural awareness;
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
  • Ability to take direction from multiple sources;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality;
  • Maintain monthly mandatory education required by department.

The successful applicant will have a High School Diploma and post-secondary education in Administrative Assistant/ Medical Office Assistant at a recognized college or training institution. An equivalent combination of education/training and/or experience may be considered. One year of hospital or medical office experience and experience working with Meditech (LIS) would be considered assets for this position. Trauma informed care, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion training would also be desired for this position.

Incentives:

  • On-site Gym
  • Free Parking

Closing Date: 4:00pm November 16, 2026

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