Job Description

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of Together, a healthier community for everyone.

Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.

Position Summary:

The Unit Attendant (UA) provides support services to the nursing staff by ensuring all areas are stocked and maintained with appropriate supplies and equipment, ordering supplies, and transporting supplies, equipment and patients both within the department and hospital wide, in a timely manner to accommodate efficient patient flow. The UA assists with the turnover, cleaning and set up of patient rooms.

The Unit Attendant in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) additionally provides services and support to hospital wide inpatient units.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
• Have access to an amazing total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits, Short and long term disability and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
• Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team\xe2\x80\x99s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
• Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals

Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life\xe2\x80\x99s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone

• It\xe2\x80\x99s one of Ontario\'s most robust and growing economies
• You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
• There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS, Emergency Codes and Privacy Legislation
• Completion or willingness to complete the Smart Moves Program and Best Practices for Environmental Cleaning eLearning Course
• Experience working in a busy hospital environment and with following universal precautions
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and exercise judgement independently, as well as to take direction and work collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Physically capable of maneuvering and pushing stretchers with patients
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians
• Basic computer skills required for online supplies ordering, checking work email etc.

Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be support and empowered.

All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH\xe2\x80\x99s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families.

Guelph General Hospital