Unit Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

Interlake-Eastern RHA; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Unit Assistant for Selkirk Regional Health Centre. The role supports patient care in a fast-paced team, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality and efficient workflow.

This full-time position requires Ward Clerk and Health Care Aide certifications, plus BCLS. Experience with electronic health records and booking systems is valued; union: MGEU Community Support.

Qualifications

• Ward Clerk Certification from a recognized educational institute required.
• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized educational institute required.
• Current certification in BCLS or obtain within three (3) months of commencing employment (excludes Personal Care Home).
• Demonstrates knowledge in the use of equipment required for patient/resident care.
• Demonstrated competency utilizing an electronic health record.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word Excel, etc.).
• Previous experience scheduling in Ambulatory Care Clinics (applicable to Pain Clinic only)
• Previous dialysis work experience required (applicable to Dialysis positions only)
• Demonstrated experience in Aria charting system (applicable to Cancer Care positions only)
• Previous Day Surgery/Pre-Anesthetic Clinic work experience required (applicable to Day Surgery/Pre-Anesthetic Clinic positions only)
• Demonstrated experience in SIMS charting system (applicable to Day Surgery/Pre-Anesthetic Clinic positions only)
• Demonstrated experience in SWIM surgical booking system (applicable to Day Surgery/Pre-Anesthetic Clinic positions only).
• Previous Operating Room work experience required (applicable to Operating Room positions only)
• Demonstrated experience in EDIS (Emergency Department Information System) (applicable to Selkirk Regional Health Centre Emergency Department only).
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills through clear communication and positive behavior within the Respectful Workplace Policy.

Responsibilities

• As a member of the health care team, the Unit Assistant performs duties related to patient/client care in accordance with established policies.
• The Unit Assistant must be able to function effectively in a dynamic and demanding environment.
• The position supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake–Eastern Regional Health Authority.
• Responds to immunization and health equity expectations as required by policy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Ward Clerk Certification

Health Care Aide Certificate

BCLS Certification

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Health Record

Aria charting system

SIMS charting system

SWIM booking system

EDIS

Job description

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Unit Assistant for Selkirk Regional Health Centre. The role supports patient care in a fast-paced team, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality and efficient workflow.

This full-time position requires Ward Clerk and Health Care Aide certifications, plus BCLS. Experience with electronic health records and booking systems is valued; union: MGEU Community Support.