CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.
Competition # 261 -26-713505514
Posting End Date: August 03 , 2026
City: Winnipeg
Work Location: St. Boniface Hospital
Department: Medical Oncology and Hematology
Union: Non-Union
Hiring Status: Permanent
Anticipated Start Date: August 04,2026
FTE: 1.0
Anticipated Shift: D ays
Daily Hours Worked: 7.75
Annual Base Hours: 2015
Hourly Salary: $27.611, $28.587, $29.428, $30.396, $31.306, $32.472, $33.511
Job Summary:
The Administrative Assistant at CancerCare MB (CCMB) will be responsible for providing high level administrative support and office management to the staff for the Department of Medical Oncology & Hematology – St. Boniface. The incumbent will provide confidential administrative support Physicians and Site Lead St. Boniface, enter payroll, support program statistics and perform other duties as assigned to meet the objectives. The incumbent will also assist the department with physician onboarding, coordination and minute taking of meetings, preparation and upkeep of administrative standard operating procedures, supervision of secretarial in-scope staff and coverage for out-of-scope administrative duties.
The Administrative Assistant will be required to work in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize a large complex workload to meet deadlines. The incumbent has the ability to coordinate workflow and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and be willing to assume a variety of assignments, as required. The candidate must be a self-starter, have the ability to work both independently and in a team setting with minimal supervision.
The incumbent will work to ensure a high level of coordination and communication between physicians, Site Lead St. Boniface, Administrative Officers and Physician Services Manager within the Department of Medical Oncology & Hematology.
Qualifications:
Required:
Education
Successful completion of a recognized Administrative Training Program from an accredited educational institution.
Experience
3 years directly related experience, supporting an intermediate / senior level leader
Experience on payroll entries for department staff
Experience recording and preparing minutes and agendas
An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to coordinate and work with a multidisciplinary team
Strong organizational, prioritization skills, & attention to detail
Strong computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team
Ability to work in several competing priorities simultaneously
Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills
Demonstrated excellence of written and verbal communication skills
Ability to compose correspondence on behalf of leadership
Experience scheduling and coordinating meetings and travels
Experience maintaining spreadsheets and databases
Excellent keyboarding skills 65 WPM.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment and able to lift and carry items
Other
Must have satisfactory employment record.
Must be legally able to work in Canada.
Ability to speak French is preferred.
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.
This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.
CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
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We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
