2500000851 - Service Associate

Lakeridge Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking enthusiastic Service Associates for part-time positions. The role involves supporting patient care and maintaining cleanliness in healthcare facilities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility in shifts is required, and previous hospital experience is preferred. Lakeridge Health values diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful workplace for all.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English at a sufficient level.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and WHMIS.
• Previous hospital experience as an SA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and making up beds and stretchers.
• Assisting with ordering, receiving, and distributing supplies.
• Cleaning and disinfecting various areas.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Service Associate

Status: Temporary Part Time and Regular Part Time

Program: Environmental Services

Shifts: 4 and 8 Hour Shifts; Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and Port Perry

Wage Schedule: $26.440 - $27.710 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500000851

We are currently hiring enthusiastic, skilled, and hardworking Service Associates for regular part-time and temporary part-time positions at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and Port Perry.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Service Associate (SA) is an integral member of the patient care unit, healthcare team, and environmental services program. The SA works closely with other team members to support service/facility area or patient care unit activities and assist in meeting basic patient care and service/facility needs. Duties include:

1. Cleaning and making up beds and stretchers;
2. Maintaining equipment and reporting or requisitioning repairs;
3. Assisting with ordering, receiving, and distributing supplies;
4. Replenishing carts and rooms with supplies;
5. Cleaning and disinfecting floors, walls, ceilings, windows, lights, furniture, vents, washrooms, kitchen, medication room, and portering of patients;
6. Performing errands to stores, lab, pharmacy, and nutrition;
7. Emptying garbage, sharps containers, and linen;
8. Defrosting and cleaning refrigerators, freezers, and ice machines;
9. Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English at a level sufficient for the job;
• Knowledge of universal precautions related to cleaning and handling of equipment, supplies, and specimens;
• Knowledge of WHMIS;
• Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing demands;
• Physical capability to perform duties, including walking extensively and climbing stairs/ladders;
• Previous hospital experience as an SA (preferred);
• Ability to work all shifts;
• Understanding of and commitment to safety programs and practices;
• Commitment to core values: Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork, and Joy;
• Satisfactory performance record.

Conditions of Employment

Employment terms are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

External applicants must provide a recent satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector.

Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants should disclose needs in advance.

Lakeridge Health values diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful, accessible culture, and employs a workforce representative of the community. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

All new employees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination during the health assessment, subject to exemptions under the Ontario Human Rights Code.