Posted 9 hours ago
Nursing Unit Assistant
@ Interior Health Authority
Merritt, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a permanent full-time Nursing Unit Clerk for Coquihalla House and Gillis House in Merritt, British Columbia, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00. The role covers clerical and communication work for a patient or resident care unit, including transcribing physician orders, maintaining charts and scheduling appointments. Candidates need a Nursing Unit Clerk certificate, Grade 12, one year of related experience and a supervised 40 wpm typing certificate.
Responsibilities:
- Transcribe and coordinate physician orders
- Maintain patient charts and enter data in clinical systems
- Schedule and book patient appointments
- Keep unit clerical work, supplies and records current
- Maintain staff timekeeping and payroll entries
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12
- Nursing Unit Clerk program certificate with medical terminology
- One year of recent related experience
- Supervised typing certificate of 40 wpm within 48 months
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Nursing Unit Clerk certificate |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Fields of study | Medical terminology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,357 |
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Coquihalla House and Gillis House are looking for a Permanent Full-Time Nursing Unit Clerk to join their dedicated healthcare team in Merritt, British Columbia!
If you're an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a collaborative healthcare environment, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
Nestled in the heart of the Nicola Valley, Merritt offers a welcoming community, stunning mountain landscapes, endless outdoor recreation, and an affordable lifestyle. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, or simply embracing a slower pace of life, Merritt has something for everyone.
This position works days, Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00
Days off: Sun, Sat, STAT
✅ What to Include with Your Application
Please ensure your application includes:
1. Typing Test – Minimum 40 wpm, completed within the last 48 months from a recognized institution. Click here for testing details.
2. Nursing Unit Clerk – Certificate or proof of program completion
3. Education & Experience – Grade 12 plus one year recent related experience (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience)
4. Resume – Highlighting your skills and relevant experience
5. Cover Letter – Include your availability to start a new position
What we offer:
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Employer paid training/education opportunities
Employer paid vacation
Employer paid insurance premiums
Extended health & dental coverage
Municipal Pension Plan
Work-life balance
Opportunities for career advancement
What Will You Work On?
In this role you will perform a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a patient/resident care area, such as:
Prioritizing, processing, coordinating and transcribing physicians’ orders;
Acting as a communication link for the Unit;
Scheduling, booking and coordinating patient/resident appointments;
Assembling and maintaining patient/resident charts, inputs patient/resident data and transcribing information into relevant systems such as MARS, Kardex, Careplan, charts or electronic health record systems;
Clerical duties - keyboarding, data entry, filing, compiling, preparing and maintaining statistics, producing reports, delivering and picking up items, maintaining unit supply levels and meeting minutes;
Maintaining timekeeping records for regular and relief staff and submits/enters to payroll systems;
Observing patient/resident call signals and relays messages to the appropriate personnel.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C.’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!
Qualfications
Education, Training & Experience:
• Grade 12
• Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk Program and Medical Terminology, Plus
• One year’s recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Completion of an administered 5 minute typing certificate of 40wpm in the last 48 months from an approved institution (non-supervised tests are not accepted).
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