Patient Transport Assistant - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare authority in Manitoba is seeking a Clinical Support staff member. The role involves providing essential support within the health system, requiring a high school education, outstanding interpersonal skills, and basic computer proficiency. Ideal candidates will demonstrate problem-solving abilities and be capable of handling physical demands while ensuring patient safety.

Qualifications

• Preference for Indigenous language competency.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Completion of on-the-job training within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Engage in constant walking (11-15 kms per shift) and patient lifting.
• Must adjust to unforeseen circumstances and work under stress.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Education

Complete high school education, Manitoba standards

Job description

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Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.61

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

Not Applicable

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Must successfully complete on the job Cushman Cart Training within three months and lifts and transfers training within one month.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must have good interpersonal and English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must have good organizational skills and be able to communicate in an effective manner with all levels of staff.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize conflicting requests for service required.

Physical Requirements

• Constant walking (11-15 kms per shift) required.
• Lifting, turning and transferring of patients (some in excess of 270 kgs) required.
• Considerable bending, pushing, pulling and lifting required in the transport of equipment (10-270 kgs) within the Centre.
• Must be able to adjust to unforeseen circumstances and/or stressful situations.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and occasional adverse weather conditions.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.