Job Description

Your Opportunity:
PCU 22 is a fast paced 22 bed inpatient surgical unit providing care to ophthalmology, otolaryngology, urology, and general surgery inpatients. Patients are received from the operating room, emergency department, outpatient areas, intensive care units, and directly from home and/or medical clinics. We have modified nursing care on all shifts with Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides working cohesively within the collaborative model of care. Health Care Aides are expected to participate in documentation of their care while working to their full scope of practice. Staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital serves a unique inner city population and we want to do it well. The Ophthalmology program maintains the expectation that all employees do so with pride, compassion, and respect. PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this workplace expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Classification:

Health Care Aide

Union:

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program:

Unit 22 - Ophthalmology/Otolaryngology/Short Stay Surgery

Primary Location:

Royal Alexandra Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.84

Posting End Date:

28-AUG-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

07-SEP-2025

Temporary End Date:

02-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

10

Shifts per cycle:

42

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$20.78

Maximum Salary:

$26.03

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Position requires candidates to perform moderate to heavy work on a regular basis in an HCA capacity in order to ensure safe patient care and safety of unit staff. This job is physically demanding, the incumbent will be required to assist with lifting, turning, and mobilizing patients as well as other physical tasks involving weight 50 lbs. and greater. Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and priority setting skills required. Demonstrated reliability required. Must be able to document work provided in patient's chart. Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Basic computer skills are required. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Due to specialized patient population, experience with ENT and Ophthalmology surgical patients required.

Preferred Qualifications:

HCA Certification from a recognized program. Two years previous surgical experience preferred.