Unit Aide, Temporary Part Time, Complex Medical Management - Heritage 2

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Care Hospital is seeking a Unit Aide to assist patients with their daily activities and support care plans. This temporary part-time position emphasizes a people-centered approach in a state-of-the-art facility, offering competitive wages and a comprehensive orientation for new hires.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Comprehensive orientation for new hires

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Opportunities for education, mentorship, and bursaries

On-site café and cafeteria with various food options

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program.
• Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living under supervision.
• Collaborate with inter-professional team members for patient safety.
• Document activities as per organizational policies.

Skills

Experience working with geriatric population

Experience working with palliative care

Experience working with rehabilitation populations

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate

Job description

Job Code: 14119

Status

: Temporary Part Time (Up to 12 months)

Location

: Providence Care Hospital

Union

: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage

: $27.27 - $28.51

Posting Period

: Posted Until Filled

The Unit Aide assists and supports patients/clients in meeting their behavioral, emotional, spiritual, and physical needs. As a member of the inter-professional team, the Unit Aide provides assistance with activities of daily living to patients/clients and helps the healthcare team maintain a safe and well-maintained environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers (preferred)
• One year experience in a healthcare setting supporting patient/client care (preferred)
• Experience working with geriatric, palliative, and rehabilitation populations (preferred)
• UFIRST / PIECES / GPA Training (preferred)

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, toileting, showering, feeding, hair care, mouth care including dentures, shaving, dressing, and undressing, under supervision of a healthcare professional
• Use proper body mechanics and transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment
• Collaborate with inter-professional team members in exchanging information, contributing to care plans, and ensuring patient safety and comfort
• Follow care plans to provide consistent and safe interactions with patients/clients
• Assist with patient/client and family orientation to the unit
• Document activities as per organizational policies and procedures

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute care including rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management, and palliative care
• A hospital committed to excellence in care, education, and research
• People-centered approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with benefits & vacation options
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State-of-the-art facility with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with various food options
• Comprehensive orientation for new hires
• Focus on a healthy workplace and quality culture
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for education, mentorship, and bursaries
• Affiliations with Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, and other institutions
• Located on Lake Ontario with parks and walking trails nearby