Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has an excellent opportunity for someone who loves being active while at work, enjoys working in a hospital setting, has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable walking or standing for long periods of time. This position will be accountable for performing a variety of tasks to ensure a quality patient, resident, and visitor experience. You possess strong customer service, teamwork, the ability to work alone, and prioritizing skills. The successful candidate also has a patient-first approach and is able to follow oral and written instructions. Motor coordination and hand-eye coordination are needed, as is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment which may be stressful at times. As this position requires a lot of walking and standing, it\'s a perfect way to get your steps in, keep your cardio up, and keep in shape while greatly helping Albertans and your healthcare system. AHS is proud to be Canada\'s first and largest fully integrated provincial healthcare system, serving over 4.4 million Albertans. Since 2017, AHS has been recognized as a Top Employer in the province for our efforts to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees as well as one of Canada\'s Top Diversity Employers for three years in a row.

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.

• Classification: Service Worker I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Chinook Regional Hospital: Central Portering
• Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2023
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 18-SEP-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: varies
• Shifts per cycle: varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $20.44
• Maximum Salary: $22.31
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent. Additional Required Qualifications:

Physically capable of lifting, pushing and/or pulling 50lbs regularly or assisting to lift up to 157.5 kgs. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively. Critical thinking, prioritizing requests, and scheduling time as necessary. Preferred Qualifications:

Must have open availability for Day, Evening, Night and Weekend shifts. Knowledge of hospital procedures and equipment operation. Previous related job experience. A valid WHMIS certificate is an asset. Basic computer proficiency and experience with Connect Care.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.

We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Alberta Health Services