Service Worker I - Intensive Care Unit

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edmonton is seeking a Service Worker I for the Intensive Care Unit. In this role, you will transport patients and equipment, replenish hospital supplies, and perform cleaning duties within the unit. You should have Grade 12 or equivalent, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Previous hospital experience is preferred, along with a strong knowledge of infection prevention. This position offers a competitive salary and a full-time temporary position.

Qualifications

• Must be well organized and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment to and from different care areas.
• Distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units.
• Clean equipment and patient care areas as directed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Knowledge of infection prevention

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a high activity unit with 29 beds. Under the supervision of the ICU Unit Managers, this essential, supportive position is largely responsible for stocking of supplies in patient care rooms and carts throughout the unit as well as the cleaning of ICU equipment and patient transfer rooms. This includes preparing rooms for housekeeping, removal of soiled linens and garbage, as well as preparing patient rooms for admissions by stocking necessary supplies and equipment. The Service Worker I may be responsible for ordering materials, delivery of supplies, linen carts, equipment and/or specimens, assisting with the movement of equipment and patients, general housekeeping duties and other related tasks.

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.

Job Details

• Classification: Service Worker I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Intensive Care Unit
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-DEC-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 26-DEC-2025
• Temporary End Date: 26-JUN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks: 14
• Shifts per cycle: 48
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.44
• Maximum Salary: $22.31
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications

Must be well organized and have the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and to adapt well to numerous demands and interruptions. Previous hospital experience preferred, and strong knowledge of infection prevention required. Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and a positive attitude. Must have the physical ability to perform all aspects of the role.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with diverse communities, groups and/or organizations (i.e. ethno-cultural, equity-setting, racialized, faith-based, 2S LGBTQI+, vulnerable, marginalized, persons with disabilities, and persons across all age groups, etc.).