Licensing Assistant, Licensing

Full-time, contract (12 months)

Position summary

Reporting to the licensing supervisor, the licensing assistant is primarily responsible for processing and supporting the onboarding of currently practising clinical perfusionists, medical laboratory technologists, radiation therapists, and respiratory therapists in British Columbia ahead of their regulation by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia on November 29, 2027.  

Duties and responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• process applications from currently practising clinical perfusionists, medical laboratory technologists, radiation therapists, and respiratory therapists:
  • verify application submissions and identification documents
  • act as primary contact person for applicants
  • liaise with internal team members and provide additional support (if needed) with compiling lists for verification purposes
  • execute process improvements where possible and ensure documentation is maintained, including the procedure manual
  • refer files to the licensing coordinator when required
  • respond to all associated correspondence, emails and phone calls from applicants and third parties
  • ensure licence confirmation emails are sent and filed
• other duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

Required skills and qualifications include:

• post-secondary education with training in administrative practices or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• demonstrated high level of initiative, time management and organizational ability
• excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• strong editing and proofreading skills
• ability to organize and set work priorities
• ability to work both independently and as a team member
• working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• ability to maintain a calm demeanor during busy or stressful times
• ability to exercise good judgement in recognizing the scope of authority and protecting confidential information is a must

The compensation range for this position is $43,978 to $54,972 per year.