Health Care Aide (2026-0914)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Health Care in Calgary seeks a Health Care Aide (HCA) for a temporary part-time role at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will be part of an interprofessional team delivering ongoing client care.

Responsibilities include observing and reporting on client status, assisting with daily activities, and delivering prescribed medications per policy. Must have Alberta Health Care Aide program, be able to read/write English, and hold CLHA

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and Alberta Health Care Aide program completion.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Physically capable of frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients.
• Active and current registration with CLHA.
• Related health-care facility experience is an asset.
• Program-specific training/experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing client care as part of the interprofessional health care team.
• Observe, monitor and report on client status to RN/LPN and administer prescribed medications per policy.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards per Carewest policies.

Skills

English communication

Physical ability

Education

Alberta Health Care Aide program completion

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends May 31, 2027 Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care, Nursing BW Hours: 38.75 FTE: 0.50 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0700-1515 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: 26CCCNA10

Date Competition Closes: September 15, 2026

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care.

The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure.

In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary

Chronic Complex Care - for adults living with a complex disease or life‑threatening illness. The prime populations are adults on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, as well as people who need specialized respiratory support.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required
• Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients
• Active and current registration with CLHA required
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset
• Program specific training/experience is an asset

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