Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Red Deer Regional Hospital seeks a part-time Health Care Aide for a seasonal medical float in the Medical Float unit. You will support daily living activities and assist with patient care under supervision.

The role requires registration eligibility or completion of a Health Care Aide Certificate, willingness to enroll in the HCA certification, and strong communication with patients, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for CLHA registration as Health Care Aide, with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide certificate within 18 months.
• Must be able to perform activities of daily living and assist with mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and health-care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care under supervision within the Medical Float unit.
• Assist with activities of daily living and carry out treatment plans per patient care plans.
• Observe, report patient mood, health and wellbeing to nursing staff.
• Support safety and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

CLHA registration eligibility

Tools

BLS Level C

Job description

Are you a Health Care Aide looking for a seasonal medical float opportunity within a busy acute regional hospital? This might be the opportunity for you. We are currently recruiting for our medical inpatient program to support increased seasonal patient capacity. As a member of our nursing care team, you will demonstrate genuine interest and respect for our clients and utilize your knowledge, skills, and abilities to competently provide direct client care. Client care may include assisting clients with activities of daily living, treatments and treatment plans, and other nursing team related activities.

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.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Medical Float
• Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.55
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAY-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 11
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Medical Float
• Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.55
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAY-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 11
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, 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:

Graduate from an approved educational program or; must complete a pre-service manual during orientation and agree to enroll in an AHS recognized HCA certification program within 60 days of start date and complete within 18 months. A Nursing Attendant, currently employed within the region, must be a graduate from an approved educational program; or be assessed, relative to client needs, as having competency (knowledge, skills, behaviors and attitudes) compatible with the competencies outlined in the Alberta Provincial Curriculum for Health Care Aides. Recent experience plus ability to communicate effectively with the client population being served. Able to perform duties that involve periods of physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, and lifting weights up to 25 kg. Basic Life Support for Health care Providers Level C (as per unit requirements). Please note All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health RN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.

Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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