Attendant (Operating Room)

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking an Attendant (Operating Room) to support the Grey Nuns Operating Room team. You will stock, clean, and portering equipment, assist with patient prepping, and ensure the OR environment complies with policy and safety standards.

The role involves transporting and positioning patients, including those with higher BMI, and requires BLS Level C, basic care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced OR setting.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
• Experience providing patient care/interaction.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Physically able to push/pull greater than 44 lbs.
• Able to stand/walk for 30+ minutes.
• Able to wear PPE including N95 masks.

Responsibilities

• Stocking and restocking of supplies and equipment.
• Cleaning and maintaining OR theatres and surrounding areas.
• Transporting and positioning patients, including high BMI cases.
• Assist with patient prepping and bed setup for booked cases.
• Maintain infection control and aseptic techniques as per policy.

Skills

BLS Level C

Patient care

Infection control

English communication

Mobility handling

Education

Grade 10

Job description

Have you ever been intrigued by the inner workings of the OR? Do you enjoy an environment where teamwork and communication are pivotal? Do you have a deep desire to be instrumental in the surgical patient’s journey? Well, we have the opportunity for you.We are looking for a bright, able-bodied team member to be a Service Attendant in the Surgical Have you ever been intrigued by the inner workings of the OR? Do you enjoy an environment Suite at the Grey Nuns OR.Please note: Classifications Under Review.Your new role will include transportation, transferring, positioning of patients including patients with a high BMI, and assisting with patient prepping. Bed set up to match the booked cases, room set up with pertinent equipment, stocking supplies/linen, cleaning of OR theatres between cases, maintaining a clean environment outside of the OR theatre including garbage removal. Awareness and compliance of Covenant Health policies/SOPs, and isolation policies/procedure

Description:

Description: The Attendant supports the department by performing the tasks of stocking, restocking, cleaning, and portering of equipment, supplies, and patients. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: GNH Operating Room
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 27-DEC-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $21.23
• Maximum Salary: $23.74
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Attendant (Operating Room)
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: GNH Operating Room
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $21.23
• Maximum Salary: $23.74
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 10 required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.Experience providing patient care/interaction.Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs.Physically able to push, and pull greater than 44 lbs.Physically able to bend, and squat.Must be able to stand/walk for periods extending over 30 minutes at a time.Must be able to lift arms above shoulder height in a static position for period up to 10 minutes or potentially longer.Ability to understand principles and application of infection control.Ability to understand principles and application of basic aseptic technique.Good command of the English language both written and verbal.Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, operating room staff, and other hospital personnel.Ability to set priorities and work within an environment of multiple competing demands.Ability to be able to work shift and weekends.Ability to wear required PPE including N95 masks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous operating room experience.Previous hospital portering experience.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

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Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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