Health Care Aide (2026-0984)

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

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Health Care is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) for a temporary part-time position at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care. The role involves ongoing client care, monitoring changes in status, and reporting to nursing staff, with medication administration per policy.

Must hold Alberta Health Care Aide program and CLHA registration. The position is in Chronic Complex Care for adults requiring specialized respiratory support and dialysis-related care.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• High School Diploma or equivalent and Alberta Health Care Aide program
• Active and current registration with CLHA

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing client care in Chronic Complex Care unit
• Observe, monitor and report on client status/condition to RN/LPN
• Deliver prescribed medications accurately per policy and procedure
• Maintain professional and ethical standards per Carewest policies

Skills

English communication

Education

Alberta Health Care Aide program

CLHA registration

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time

Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends July 25, 2027 Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care, Nursing BW Hours: 31.00 FTE: 0.40 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0700-1515 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: 26CCCNA37

Date Competition Closes

September 24, 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.

This 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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