Aide - Clerk

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the health care sector is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Aide and Ward Clerk. This dual-role position involves providing essential personal care to patients while also managing clerical responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 education and relevant certifications, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Join a team committed to delivering excellent and equitable health care services, and contribute to the well-being of patients in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to grow your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related work experience preferred.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients according to individualized care plans.
• Perform clerical duties including arranging appointments and processing orders.

Skills

Typing Accuracy

Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Care

Time Management

Flexibility

Creativity

Education

Grade 12 Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Unit Clerk Certificate

Medical Terminology Course

Job description

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: Grace Hospital

Department / Unit: Intensive Care - GGH ICU

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.50

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 11.63

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

Position Overview

This position has the dual responsibility of a Healthcare Aide and Ward Clerk. Providing personal care to patients by promoting personal hygiene, activity and rest, nutrition, elimination, safety and quality of life, in accordance with individualized care plans, and the Hospital and unit’s mission, vision, and values. Performs a variety of clerical and receptionist duties including arranging patient’s appointments, retrieving patient information, processing physician’s orders, recording statistics, assisting with non-nursing functions related to patient care, answering the telephone and relaying messages, and ordering supplies.

Experience

• One- or two-years related work experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 education.
• Health Care Aide Certificate and Unit Clerk Certificate from a recognized school or equivalent.
• Completion of a comprehensive course in medical terminology is required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to type accurately as well as current computer skills and knowledge of software applications.
• Ability to train and participate as part of the Code Blue Response team.
• Ability to train and participate as part of the Code White Response team.
• Ability to train and participate as part of the Code Yellow Response team.
• Demonstrated ability to write, speak, and understand English.
• Demonstrated self-direction, flexibility and creativity in work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that promote professionalism, interdepartmental collaboration and customer service.
• An aptitude and desire to provide direct patient care.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrated through excellence in time management, organization and prioritization of work.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the hospital, patients, and their families.
• The ability to work safely without injury to self or to patients.
• Demonstrated ability to lift and transfer patients on a frequent basis, utilizing proper body mechanics and mechanical devices.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.