Clinical Extern

Stevenson Memorial Hospital; Alliston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ontario is seeking a part-time Clinical Extern to provide patient-centred care under supervision. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a relevant health program and must have a current BLS certification. This role requires assisting with patient assessments and vital signs, ensuring a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited nursing or health program.
• Official school transcript required if invited to interview.
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred care under supervision.
• Conduct vital signs measurements and assist with ambulation.
• Complete documentation related to patient care.

Skills

Patient assessments

Communication skills

Organization skills

Critical thinking

Basic skin care

Education

Enrollment in nursing or allied health program

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

As part of the interdisciplinary team, the Clinical Extern is an unregulated healthcare provider who will be providing patient‑centred care under the direct and/or indirect supervision of an identified Regulated Health Professional (RHP), while taking into account CNO guidance for unregulated care providers.

Job Details

• Job Number: J0425-0248
• Job Title: Clinical Extern
• Job Type: Part Time
• Job Location: Alliston
• Job Category: Healthcare Professional
• Number of Open Positions: 7
• Salary: $19.81 per hour

Qualifications And Experience

• Must be enrolled in one of the following programs:
  • Registered Nurse (RN) students in an accredited baccalaureate nursing program
  • Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) students in an accredited nursing program
  • Respiratory Therapy students in their 2nd or 3rd year of study in accredited education administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
  • Physiotherapy students in any year of study of a training program accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada
  • Occupational Therapy students in any year of study in a training program accredited by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
  • Paramedic students in second year of an approved Paramedic Programme
  • Undergraduate Medical students in their final year of a program leading to the MD degree
  • Official school transcript (if invited to interview) to verify enrollment
  • Current Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Current BLS certification
  • Evidence of successful learning experiences in recent clinical placements

Skills And Abilities

• Practices under direct or indirect supervision of the RHP, following CNO guidance
• Works with the supervising RHP to ensure required knowledge, skill, and judgment
• Assists with lifting, turning, transferring, transporting, and ambulating per hospital policy
• Under supervision, conducts patient assessments, measures vital signs, assists with ambulation and ADLs, completes documentation
• Completes basic skin care under RHP supervision
• Assists patients during meals and feeding where necessary
• Completes and maintains related records and documentation
• Observes patient assessments and participates as requested
• Demonstrates excellent assessment, communication, organization, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and critical‑thinking skills
• Facilitates patient and family‑centred care and establishes therapeutic relationships
• Complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures fostering a safe and inclusive environment
• Commits to providing an exceptional experience for patients, family, and staff

Hours of Work

Operations run 24/7. Availability is expected on weekdays, weekends, and all shifts (days, nights, 12‑hour shifts). The role is temporary part‑time with opportunity to work up to full‑time hours based on availability, with a minimum commitment of at least 1 shift per week.

Other

Stevenson Memorial Hospital is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti‑racism. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others contributing to a diverse workplace. Accommodations for persons with disabilities during recruitment are available upon request by notifying Human Resources at (705) 434‑3377 ext 3354. As part of the mandatory screening process, SMH will require professional references, verification of academic training and accreditation, and a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (or Criminal Record Check – dependent on role).