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Clinical Unit Aide

@ Island Health

Duncan, British Columbia

1+ years experience
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Overview

Island Health is hiring a Clinical Unit Aide to support Urgent and Primary Care Centres by maintaining medical supplies and equipment, managing inventory and procurement, supporting sterilization, providing clinical room and patient support, and covering Medical Office Assistant relief. The role requires Grade 12, a Medical Office Assistant certificate and one year of recent related experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain medical supplies and equipment
  • Coordinate inventory and procurement
  • Support equipment cleaning and sterilization
  • Provide clinical room and patient support
  • Deliver administrative and clerical assistance including MOA relief

Requirements summary:

  • Grade 12
  • Medical Office Assistant Certificate
  • One year recent related experience or equivalent
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, supplies and infection prevention
  • Knowledge of WHMIS and workplace safety

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Employer posting date
2026-10-26
First seen by our source
2026-10-27
Source record updated
2026-10-27

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience1+ years
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Warehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsMedical Office Assistant Certificate
EducationHigh school (required)

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Island Health

FieldValue
Company size10001+
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Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Clinical Unit Aide supports Urgent and Primary Care Centres by maintaining medical supplies and equipment, coordinating inventory and procurement activities, supporting equipment cleaning and sterilization processes, providing clinical room and patient support, and delivering administrative and clerical assistance, including Medical Office Assistant (MOA) relief coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

  • Grade 12.
  • Medical Office Assistant Certificate.
  • Recent, related experience of one year or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Knowledge of inventory control and procurement processes.
  • Knowledge of WHIMIS and workplace safety practices.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of medical supplies and equipment.
  • Knowledge of sterilization techniques and procedures.
  • Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
  • Knowledge of safe handling, transportation and storage requirements for medical supplies, specimens and biohazardous materials.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD6160.pdf

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