Clerk 5 (Casual) - Public Health Nursing - 174724

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Casual Clerk 5

Health PEI

Location – Public Health Nursing Summerside

Primary Location – Summerside Community Health Center

To Create a Casual List (IUOE)

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The purpose of this position involves a wide range of administrative support duties of Public Health Nursing (PHN) to facilitate the effective function of the division’s programs. The position will report to the Public Health Nursing Manager West or designate.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• assisting in Immunization Clinics held on a daily basis, which includes drawing records, booking, cancelling and rescheduling appointments, providing handouts and compiling statistical information;
• entering new baby referrals, maintaining client files, greeting clients and checking reports monthly;
• preparing and distributing correspondence to clients regarding upcoming appointments.
• answering and screening calls from general public, taking messages and directing calls to the appropriate person or organization with speed, accuracy, efficiency, courtesy and professionalism using judgement in making appropriate referrals;
• collecting, dating and distributing the mail to the appropriate staff;
• typing letters, memos, minutes, reports and other related material;
• performing general office support duties, including assisting PHN Manager West, opening and closing of office, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, presentations for PHN as requested; and
• ordering and maintaining printed materials and office supplies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Grade 12.
• A recognized post-secondary program in business or office studies OR a two-year diploma or degree in a related field.
• Excellent organizational, time management, accuracy to detail and problem-solving skills. The successful applicant must be flexible, organized, a self-starter and possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Considerable experience working in an office environment
• Minimum typing speed of 40 wpm
• Demonstrated ability to work with a demanding and high-volume workload.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to interact with the public.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, flexibility, and reliability.
• Knowledge of general client filing system.
• Experience with ISM is preferred.
• Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record.
• Applicants must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle programs would be considered an asset.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
• Experience in a clinical setting or health care facility is Preferred

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Salary Range: $30.17 - $32.80 per hour (Level 5C)

Bi-Weekly Hours: On Demand / Days / Occasional Evenings and Weekends as Required

Posting Id: 174724-0826PHCO

Closing Date: Monday, November 23, 2026 at 4:00pm

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.