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Unit Assistant

  • Swift Current, SK
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 2, 2026
  • 1 position

$21–$22 / hour

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Employment type
Part-time, Temporary
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Oct 8, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
24 hours per week

Job summary

The Unit Assistant provides essential support to the department by managing reception and clerical tasks. Additionally, the role involves performing portering and cleaning duties to ensure unit operations run smoothly.

Job details

Position #: 084571 Expected Start Date: October 15, 2026 Union: SEIU Facility: Cypress Regional Hospital City/Town: Swift Current Department: Combined Medical & Surgical Specialty Clinic - Ambulatory Care Services Type: Part-time temporary Expected Up to Date: December 31, 2027 FTE: 0.64 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 9 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 8 $20.780 to $22.240 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Provides support to a unit/department by performing reception, clerical, portering and cleaning duties. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Medical Office Administration Diploma Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Intermediate - Keyboarding skills * Intermediate - Computer skills * Communication skills * Organizational skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Unit Assistant provides essential support to the department by managing reception and clerical tasks. Additionally, the role involves performing portering and cleaning duties to ensure unit operations run smoothly.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Medical Office Administration Diploma and demonstrate intermediate proficiency in keyboarding and computer skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities are required for this role.

Listed skills

  • Cleaning · Preferred
  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Reception
  • Clerical
  • Portering
  • Cleaning
  • Medical office administration
  • Keyboarding
  • Computer skills
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Independent work
  • Office Administration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Cultural Responsiveness
  • Ambulatory Care
  • Reconciliation
  • Clerical Works
  • Communication
  • Computer Literacy
  • Interpersonal Communications

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Administrative
  • Social Services
  • Unit Assistant
  • Unclassified Specialized Occupation

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