Patient Assistant

Timmins and District Hospital; Timmins; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health facility in Ontario is looking for a PatientWatch Attendant. The role involves one-to-one patient observation, effective communication with the healthcare team, and making immediate decisions in emergencies. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be 18 years or older, and possess effective communication skills. Bilingualism in French and English is an asset. The position offers a chance to make a difference in patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Effective communication required for health care teamwork.
• Experience in emergency response situations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one observation of patients.
• Maintain composure in emergency situations.
• Collaborate with the health care team.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Immediate decision-making

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Timminsand District Hospital is currently recruiting qualified applicants for the following position:

PatientWatch Attendants

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess a High School Diploma
• Must possess effective communication skills
• Work with health care team to provide one to one observation of patients who require a safe environment.
• Must be able to make immediate decisions, while maintaining composure, in emergency response situations with minimal supervision
• Bilingualism (French and English) would be considered an asset for all positions

§ Must have had at least two doses of the COVID vaccine

Interested applicants must submit their résumé to Department of Human Resources, Timminsand District Hospital, 700 Ross Avenue East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 8P2. Telephone [phone]; Fax [phone]; Attention: Janelle LaSalle, email [e-mail].

* In the spirit of equity and inclusion, lived experience including intersectionality as a racialized individual, a woman, a member of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, or a Person with a Disability will be a large consideration in the selection process.

Timminsand District Hospital will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

TADH is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. TADH is dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live, serve, and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.

We thank all applicants for their response; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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