Service Worker I

Alberta Health Services; Town of St. Paul; On-site; CAD 3,076,000 - 3,359,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a casual Service Worker I for the Alberta Kidney Care North - Hemodialysis unit in St. Paul. You will assist with transporting patients and equipment, stocking supplies, and maintaining unit cleanliness under nursing supervision.

The role requires BCLS-HCP certification, Grade 12, ability to lift 18 kg, and willingness to train in Hemodialysis. Casual/Relief employment with variable shifts, training in Edmonton or Red Deer may be required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent is required.
• BCLS-HCP certification is required.
• Must be able to lift minimum 40 lbs (18 kg).
• Ability to work under supervision and independently.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment within the hospital.
• Distribute and replenish hospital supplies across units.
• Clean equipment and patient care areas as directed.
• Report concerns regarding supplies and safety to Unit Managers.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Organizational skills

Supervision / independence

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

The Service Worker I is an exciting role within the multidisciplinary team for the Alberta Kidney Care – North (AKC-N). Under the direction of the nursing staff, the Service Worker contributes to safe patient care and the efficiency of the Unit. The Service Worker provides assistance in setting up, rinsing, dismantling and the maintenance of the hemodialysis machines under the supervision of a nurse. The Service Worker also transports patients, assists with weighing patients, ensures patient comfort, and delivers specimens throughout the Hospital. The Service Worker maintains, cleans and handles hospital equipment pertaining to the Unit, as well as keeps supplies and linens ordered, stocked, and organized.Casual Employment: As a casual employee (on a call-in basis), you will not have a regular schedule and there will be no minimum hours guaranteed for any week or month.This position is based at the St. Paul Hemodialysis Unit

Description:

As a Service Worker I, you will be responsible for transporting patients (clients/residents) and equipment to and from different patient care areas within a hospital site. You will distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units and clean equipment and patient care areas as directed. You may also transport lab specimens, blood and blood products, and patient charts. You will report any concerns regarding supplies and safety issues to Unit Managers and perform other duties as required.

• Classification: Service Worker I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Alberta Kidney Care North - Hemodialysis
• Primary Location: St. Paul Mental Health
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $22.33
• Maximum Salary: $24.38
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Service Worker I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Alberta Kidney Care North - Hemodialysis
• Primary Location: St. Paul Mental Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $22.33
• Maximum Salary: $24.38
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.Must be able to lift minimum of 40 lbs. (18kg).Demonstrated good communication skills.High degree of motivation and organizational skills.Ability to work under supervision and independently.Ability to work in an actively paced area and adapts to frequent interruptions in activity.The AKC -N program requires candidates to complete/pass Service Worker Hemodialysis Training. Candidate must be able to attend training following a successful interview. Hemodialysis Training is held in Edmonton or Red Deer with a Clinical Nurse Educator depending on classroom/instructor availability. Hemodialysis Training is an intensive 1-week schedule consisting of two parts; Classroom Training followed by an exam. A passing mark of 75% is required to move onto Buddy Shifts. Buddy Shifts are scheduled by the Unit Manager (2 weeks). A satisfactory performance is required during Buddy Shifts to be considered a pass.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous training and/ or experience transporting patients in a health care institution is an asset.Supply chain management experience is an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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