Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Tofield; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian health services provider is seeking a Health Care Aide in Tofield, Alberta. This role involves providing personal assistance to patients in various care settings, adhering to patient care plans, and supporting daily living activities. Candidates must have a Health Care Aide Certificate and be enrolled in the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Ideal for individuals who thrive in a small-town environment, this position offers a welcoming community experience with a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Nursing students in approved program with 100 hours of practicum will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance to patients requiring support.
• Assist with daily living activities according to care plans.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Skills

Basic Life Support certification

Patient and Family Centered Care principles

Personal assistance and support services

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

Your Opportunity

If you are a Health Care Aide (HCA) who likes small town living, this position in Tofield might be for you! As the successful candidate for this position, the incumbent will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: Actively integrates Patient and Family Centered Care principles into practice. Tofield located 68 km east of Edmonton has a population of 2,000 and offers a complete range of services; has a friendly small-town atmosphere and is an attractive place to raise a family. Tofield is an active community with excellent amenities for all ages and lifestyles. This position is in the Continuing Care (long term care) side of the Tofield Health Center.

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.

Job Details

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Long Term Care
• Primary Location: Tofield Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.56
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 26-JAN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 10
• Shifts per cycle: 28
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.78
• Maximum Salary: $25.26
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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 https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. 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

As required.

Preferred Qualifications

Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification and be able to provide proof of such certification.