Health Care Aide

alberta health services; Three Hills; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Health Care Aide to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance and supporting daily living activities for patients in home, community or care facilities. You will aid nurses with routine care, observe patients, and report on mood and wellbeing while maintaining a safe environment and effective communication with care teams.

Eligible candidates may receive a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000 under a Return-for-Service

Qualifications

• Active registration or eligibility with CLHA as Health Care Aide, with education proof or completion of HCA certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Must meet physical demands of the job (standing, walking, lifting).
• Effective Feb 2, 2026, all HCAs must hold CLHA registration.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support nurses and deliver routine care as per patient care plans.
• Observe and report mood, health and wellbeing; communicate with patients, families and health care professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Daily living support

Teamwork

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

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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.

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:

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. Duties that involve periods of physical activity such as standing, bending, walking and lifting. Effective February 02, 2026 all persons practicing as a Health Care Aide must hold registration with the College of LPN’s and HCA’s of Alberta (CLHA).