Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Eckville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to join their supportive team. In this role, you will provide essential personal assistance to patients, ensuring their daily needs are met while working closely with families and health professionals. Your contributions will help create a safe and caring environment for patients, enhancing their overall well-being. This position offers the opportunity to work in diverse settings, including home care and health facilities, and requires flexibility for various shifts. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Must provide proof of qualification and availability for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and support to patients in various settings.
• Assist nurses with routine care and maintain effective communication.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Medication Assistance

Physical Capability

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Nursing Program Enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Skype for Business

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Classification: Health Care Aide

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: Home Care

Primary Location: Eckville Community Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.00

Posting End Date: 21-APR-2025

Employee Class: Casual/Relief

Date Available: 01-MAY-2025

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

Shifts per cycle: Varies

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: Other

Minimum Salary: $20.78

Maximum Salary: $26.03

Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Availability to work evenings and weekends is a requirement for this position. Physically able to perform all assigned tasks. Ability to perform all duties in accordance with related legislation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing medication assistance. Experience in caring for the elder population or chronically ill clients in the community setting. Experience using Microsoft Office and Skype for Business.