Role overview

Title:Administrative Assistant – Diabetes Education Program Division:Integrated Indigenous Health and Specialized Community ServicesAffiliation:Public Service Alliance of CanadaSite:Moose Factory, ONReports to:Director of Chronic Disease Prevention and Wellness, Diabetes Education and Clinical NutritionStatus:Permanent Full-time Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is seeking an experience candidate to fill the key role of Administrative Assistant.
Life at WAHAA beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve. With spellbinding views surrounding each site, team members bask in the tranquility of the land, juxtaposed against a bustling workplace busy addressing the complex needs of the region. Here, we work with purpose, knowing each action matters. Patients are neighbours, family, and colleagues. Each day brings a challenge- the good kind that stretches you, helps you grow, and makes you feel vital. These hurdles birth opportunities to problem solve, develop new skills, and explore new roles. Here, we step into a version of ourselves once forgotten, overshadowed by the daily grind, and rediscover a deep connection with ourselves, the land, and each other. Here, we experience work with wonder. #WeAreWAHA
What We DoThere has never been a more exciting time to be at WAHA. We are an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast with over 500 employees, physicians, and partners in care. As a health authority, you will work in a unique setting where you have the opportunity to care for patients in all phases of their life journey, in all areas of their health experience. From Primary, Acute, and Mental Health, Dental, Specialty Clinics, Population Health and the WAHA Paramedic Service, the opportunities for growth are boundless. We provide community-based programming in all six of our communities, have six paramedic bases, three hospitals, four emergency departments, one community health centre and a total of 72 beds. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare. To make this goal a reality, we have formed partnerships with other centres of excellence to remove barriers and eliminate the inequity of health services access that have long impacted the patients that we serve. At WAHA, we are leading the way in health transformation. Come and immerse yourself in the local Cree culture, work with dedicated and passionate colleagues, and live in beautiful northern communities with amazing community members. Our mission is to provide optimum healthcare as close to home as possible. You can be part of this rewarding experience. Come and find your adventure in the north.
Who You Are

Flexible and able to adapt to quickly changing environments
Demonstrated ability to multitask and strong prioritization skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven customer service skills

What You’ll Do

Working with the Diabetes and Nutrition staff on administrative duties
Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
Maintain records and charts, gather statistical data.
Communicate and develop a strong relationship with the team members.
Maintain professionalism and attend training to remain current in the role and field
Knowledge of the privacy requirements of the Personal Health Information Protection Act and the Health Care Consent Act

What You Bring

Successful completion of secondary school with additional courses or training
Post-Secondary in Office Administration or Business Administration is preferred
Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office: outlook, word, excel
Excellent Organizational skills
Knowledge of medical terminology is an asset
Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset

Why Choose Us

Defined contribution pension plan (HOOPP)
Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
A northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus (all pensionable earnings
Working for an organization currently undergoing development and transformation
Being part of a strong and cohesive multidisciplinary team

Salary: $55,419.00 - $60,489.00 Competition #:2026-256 This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Deadline:Monday, July 27th, 2026 @ 12:00 noon.
As part of our recruiting process, AI tools may assist in the screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers. Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.