Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services' Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton is seeking a Health Care Aide to support patients across the cancer care continuum in an inpatient setting. You will work under the supervision of a licensed professional, assisting with daily living activities, hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and safety, and promptly reporting changes to the nurse.

This role requires active HCA registration in Alberta (or eligibility), BCLS-HCP, and acute care experience, with shifts including days,

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for CLHA registration as Health Care Aide.
• Proof of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification.
• Acute care experience in past 2 years.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, personal hygiene, feeding, ROM, simple wound care, respiratory care, urinary care.
• Lift minimum of 22 kg; perform repetitive physical duties.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Infection prevention practices knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and deliver support services per care plan.
• Support nurses and observe/report patient mood, health, and wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe environment and effective communication with patients and health care professionals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care across the continuum.

Skills

HCA Registration

BCLS-HCP

Acute care experience

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Are you interested in using your specialized skills to support Albertan's fighting cancer? Do you have a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn? An exciting opportunity exists to showcase and grow your skills by joining our dynamic, inpatient team within the Cross Cancer Institute (CCI) as a Health Care Aide (HCA). This is an amazing opportunity for the HCA to deliver patient care throughout the cancer care continuum. As a HCA, working to your full scope, you will report to Nurse in charge, as well as alternate team members for general direction as it relates to patient assignments and specific duties. This fast-paced acute environment will require you to adapt to workload assignment changes and possess the communication skills and knowledge to promptly report needs and condition changes of the patient as required. You will be responsible to support the general emotional well-being and physical comfort of the patient population you are serving. The successful HCA will be a key member of the team utilizing the Integrated Collaborative Practice model. In joining our progressive team, you will be open to providing and receiving constructive mentorship and to coaching opportunities that strive toward the best in patient focused care. Importantly, your career will be supported by a dedicated leadership team that values and promotes a culture of continuous learning and service improvement. The CCI provides comprehensive cancer services for Edmonton and Northern Alberta with the goal to lead in research and best practice by using innovative technologies and collaboration to optimize patient care. Our passionate medical teams, staff and volunteers strive to deliver compassionate and advanced care, making a daily difference in the lives of patients and families.

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering 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 role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.

Transition Company Details:

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Nursing Inpatient - Medical/Radiation Oncology
• Primary Location: Cross Cancer Institute
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 25-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 19-SEP-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 48
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Acute care experience and/or training within the past 2 years. (Students with preceptorship or practicum experience in acute care will be considered equivalent). Acute care defined as experience and/or training on inpatient medical or surgical unit. Assist patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, personal hygiene activities, feeding, range of motion exercises, simple wound care, respiratory equipment use and/or urinary care. Able to perform repetitive physical duties including walking long distances, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching above shoulder, and able to lift a minimum of 22 kg. Proficient written and verbal communication skills communicate patient condition to the nurse in a timely manner. Competency in de-escalation and managing patients with complex psychosocial needs. Ability to assist with safe patient transfers and other duties related to patient care. Able to work in a fast paced and unpredictable environment with frequent interruptions and distractions. Competent in providing care to patients newly diagnosed through the continuum of end of life. A high degree of professionalism with strong time management, prioritization skills and ability to function effectively within a team environment. Strong understanding and practices in the prevention and transmission of infection.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum one year within the last three years’ Health Care Aide experience. Demonstrate a commitment to and participation in professional growth. Experience with Connect Care using a Rover.