Administrative Secretary (2024-0244)

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

The Opportunity

Glenmore Park is a continuing care facility that has a 93 bed Rehabilitation and Community Transition Program (RCTP) unit, 34 bed Musculoskeletal Unit (MSK) unit, a 20 bed Geriatric Mental Health Unit. This diverse site is looking for an individual that is interested in joining a dynamic team and that thrives in an enviorment that looks to enhance the qaulity of care for our residents, clients and families.

This is a leadership position providing direction, coordination and oversight to the Site's day to day activities. Key accountabilities include; coordination of calendars, events, assistance in preparing audit compliance reports, organization of reception positions, preparing payroll, processing financial transactions, track and maintain detailed internal and external audit information.

This position requires a high level of acumen with computer software and the ability to find solutions to issues in an electronic platform. As part of the leadership team, this position is also responsible for site wide communication, preparing expenditures, statistical reports, assisting in presentation, and project and event planning.

Position Details:

Bi-weekly Hours: 77.50

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0800-1615

Union: Non Union Professional

Rate of Pay: According to qualifications and experience.

• Recognized certificate/diploma in Office/Business Administration required or in progress.
• Undergraduate degree preferred
• Medical Terminology preferred.
• Past experience as a portfolio or site secretary within healthcare.
• Preferable to have minimum 5 years of senior administrative experience required.
• Advanced computer skills required.
• This position requires high attention to detail, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision and adherence to privacy and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor are required.
• Process Improvement and change management courses an asset.

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.