Data Entry Operator
Competition Number: HCS.26.27.0684
Posted Date: October 14, 2026
Closing Date:
October 28, 2026
Employment Type:
1 Temporary
Division: MCP-Grand Falls Windsor
Department: Department of Health and Community Services
Position Group: NAPE - General Service
Location: Grand Falls - Windsor
Salary:
$22.50- $24.74 per hour (CG-23), 35 hours per week
Benefits: Onboarding
Position Details
Dept. of Health and Community Services
The position of Data Entry Operator is responsible for the processing of confidential information as part of the renewal process for all residents of Newfoundland and Labrador for Medical Care Plan (MCP) cards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process confidential information related to Medical Care Plan (MCP) card renewals for residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Review paper-based and electronic records to ensure information is accurate, complete, and eligible for processing.
- Enter and update information in electronic information management systems.
- Input data from source documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Sort, batch, and process completed applications.
- Electronically file records in HPRM/TRIM in accordance with established procedures.
- Identify and refer rejected or incomplete applications to the Senior Registration Clerk or Supervisor for further review.
- Process incoming and outgoing mail.
- Respond to and direct general telephone inquiries related to healthcare information.
- Provide administrative support and backup coverage for office staff as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Screening Criteria
- Completion of a Diploma in Office Administration (equivalencies will be considered)
- Experience in an office administration role
- Experience processing application documents
- Experience with data entry and electronic information management
- Experience with MCP eligibility processes (asset)
- Experience with HPRM/TRIM (asset)
Assessment Criteria
- Knowledge of office administration practices
- Knowledge of application processing and support practices
- Knowledge of MCP eligibility processes (asset)
- Data entry skills
- Proficiency with information management applications
- Proficiency with HPRM/TRIM (asset)
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
Information for Applicants
For more information about this opportunity please contact, Paula King, via
PaulaKing@gov.nl.ca or Tel# (709) 292-4010
- The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.
- Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting recruitment@gov.nl.ca, 709-729-0130 or toll free at 1-888-729-7690. Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcomed.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process with a focus on removing barriers. For common potential accommodations and adjustments during the recruitment process, click here. Accommodation information will be kept confidential.
- Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Applications must be received by the closing date stated in the job posting.
- It is the responsibility of applicants to submit a resume that clearly demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job description.
- Applications must contain current contact information, including phone number, mailing and, e-mail addresses.
- Application information must be factual, complete and current, to date of submission.
- This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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