Clinical Extern – Temporary, Full-Time (#2025-10)

Atikokan General Hospital; Atikokan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a Clinical Extern to join their team. This role involves providing essential clinical care under the supervision of regulated healthcare professionals, primarily in Acute Care and ER departments. The ideal candidate is a nursing student or an individual enrolled in accredited therapy programs, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace that values each team member's contributions.

Qualifications

• Nursing students enrolled in a CNO approved program preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical care to patients and families.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

CNO Approved Nursing Program

Accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Accredited Physiotherapy Program

Paramedic Program (2nd Year)

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

Classification: Full-Time, Temporary

Reference #: 2025-10

Start Date: Immediate

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Clinical Extern will work in the capacity of an unregulated health care provider who provides basic clinical care to patients and their families. Clinical Externs work in collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team under the supervision of an appointed regulated healthcare professional. They will participate in a team-orientated approach to patient care within the facility and will be responsible for providing a range of health care services. Nursing Externs will provide support mainly to the Acute Care and ER departments and may also be assigned to Extended Care Wing. Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Externs will be assigned to the rehabilitation department.

Requirements:

1. Nursing students in any year of study and enrolled in a CNO approved baccalaureate or diploma nursing program, or

1. Students enrolled in an accredited Occupational Therapy, or
2. Students enrolled in an accredited Physiotherapy program, or
3. Students enrolled in the 2^nd year of Paramedic program, or
4. Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) who have initiated registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), have received a CNO letter of direction and meet one of the following:

Are in any year of study in a CNO approval program, such as BScN-IEN program, PN-IEN program, or

1. • Are completing a micro-credential plan with a curriculum to meet the CNO requirements for registration, or
   • Have completed their educational requirements and are waiting to write their registration exam.
2. Students who have successfully completed a recent clinical placement is preferred.
3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities relative to the situation and scope of practice.
4. Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
5. Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required

Apply with resume and cover letter – quoting the reference number – in confidence to:

Human Resources

Atikokan Health and Community Services, 120 Dorothy Street

Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0

Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

NOTE: Applicants who require accommodations in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources for support using the above contact information.

Atikokan Health and Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those candidates selected in the recruitment process will be contacted.