Perioperative Health Care Assistant

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training & development

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a Perioperative Health Care Assistant to join Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver, BC. You will work within an integrated team to support nursing and technical staff in a high-volume Operating Room environment, assisting with patient preparation, positioning, transfers, and OR turnover.

The role requires completion of an approved Health Care Assistant program with Acute Care training, excellent communication, and the ability to manage equipment and

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Assistant program and Acute Care Skills training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment and assist with patient transfers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing patients for surgical procedures.
• Support nursing/technical staff in positioning patients and mobilization.
• Transfer patients on/off beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs using safe techniques.
• Ensure OR equipment and supplies are available and assist with room turnover.
• Transport and escort patients to required areas; maintain OR carts and storage.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Work organization

Physical ability

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

Job description

Come work as a Perioperative Health Care Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver, BC!

Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the position works as a member of an integrated team to support nursing/technical staff within a high volume Operating Room/OR Suite environment to provide support to patients. Duties include assisting in preparing patients for surgical procedures, assisting nursing and technical staff by supporting positioning of patients as required; assisting the patient care team with mobilization and lifting and transferring patients on/off beds, stretchers and wheelchairs utilizing prescribed safe techniques and lifting practices. Ensures equipment and supplies for the operating rooms are available. Assists with the changeover of the operating room(s) between operative procedures. Transports/escorts patients to/from required areas using stretchers and wheelchairs. Ensures general equipment and supplies for operating rooms are available. Cleans the equipment and supply areas and maintains supplies for the operating room carts and storage areas. Distributes materials, equipment and linen related to the operating rooms as required.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognised as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Education & Experience

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program and successful completion of an Acute Care Skills Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.