Administrative Assistant
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- Administrative
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- COV00055306 Requisition #
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- 7 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Senior Program Officer (SPO) for Medicine, the incumbent will function as the central point of contact for the SPO’s office. The position will manage the schedule and oversee the logistics of the SPO’s office as well collaborate with program management on important projects, and assist with day to day administrative and operational problem solving for the portfolio. The position also plays a valuable role in ensuring that all administrative processes and practices within the portfolio are optimized in order to improve efficiency. The Administrative Assistant will further provide support to Facility Medical Lead within the associated SPO’s portfolio. Assignments and tasks will be directly related to only those responsibilities within the Facility Medical Lead role. The position will hold delegated signing authority and perform a full range of administrative support functions including but not limited to: reconciling and analyzing portfolio expenditures; preparing business documents and spreadsheets; creating correspondence and memorandums; anticipating needs and assisting with the recruitment process; scheduling and coordinating meetings, interviews and special events as well as coordinating travel arrangements and itineraries; preparing expense claims; and overseeing office supplies and equipment. Organization of large quantities of documents and data files on projects will be maintained by this position. This position is responsible for the managing and orientation of administrative staff within the SPO’s portfolio. This position in non-unionized.
Description:
- Classification: Administrative Assistant
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Medicine
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 24-FEB-2026
- Date Available: 16-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 20
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $25.35
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $38.03
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Must have a related post-secondary certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have at least two years directly related experience at a senior administrative support level. Must be proficient using MS Office Suite.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Must be capable of working in a busy office environment and managing multiple priorities while retaining large amounts of information relating to the portfolio. Must display a positive, professional demeanor at all times, and have excellent interpersonal skills. Must be capable of coordinating and organizing special events and meetings. Must be able to capture meeting deliberations concisely and accurately through minute taking. Critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate and problem solve. Concise communication skills to provide and receive information effectively. Effective time management skills to be able to deliver assigned tasks promptly. Excellent computer skills with an understanding of basic office applications including MS Office, MS Teams, and Zoom. Working knowledge of Connect Care, E-facilities, IT Service Portal, RMS, iExpense, Markview, and supply procurement processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.