Team Attendant - Surgery IP Unit, PT (J0924-0461)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

North York General Hospital is seeking a Team Attendant for the Inpatient Surgery Unit. This part-time position involves supporting healthcare staff, enhancing patient-centered care, and ensuring safety in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a PSW certificate and strong communication skills, joining a team dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Pension Plan

Vacation pay

Qualifications

• PSW certificate required.
• Bilingualism in French/English is an asset.
• Related experience is a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care and assist nursing staff.
• Participate in team collaboration within the Inpatient Surgery Unit.
• Communicate with patients and families effectively.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Personal Support Worker certificate

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Job description

Team Attendant - Surgery IP Unit, PT (J0924-0461)

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Company Bio

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Company Bio

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Position Summary

Team Attendant, Inpatient Surgery Unit: Your goal in this position is to contribute to the organization and optimal function of the Inpatient Surgery Unit, Surgery department working with physicians, registered nurses and unit secretaries to provide support to patients and patient care staff. You will be also responsible for contributing to patient flow and enhancing patient family centered care in the Inpatient Surgery Unit, Surgery department. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work within a team and fast paced environment. You are able to establish and maintain patience, compassion and a courteous manner in relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers , learners, patients and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Demonstrate ability to read and interpret English language documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Participate as a member of the interprofessional care team and maintain collaborative working relationship in the provision of supportive care in the Operating Room
• Provide patient-centered & direct patient care following the guidance of a regulated health care provider
• Demonstrate ability to write routine reports and correspondence in the English language
• Utilize effective communication skills with team members
• Provide feedback to nursing staff of patient requests/needs
• Communicate changing work priorities to co-workers
• Establish positive rapport with patients/families and team members
• Collaborate with centralized departments to obtain services, e.g., housekeeping/linen
• Have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skill
  
  

Qualifications

• High school or general education (GED)
• Completed Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate from a College of Applied Arts and Technology
• Registered and in good standing with The Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience an asset
• Bilingualism in French/English is an asset
  
  

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Permanent position with 8 and 12 hour shifts, Days and Weekends in the Inpatient Surgery Unit.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

How To Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
  
  

Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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