Health Care Aide
Your Opportunity:
The University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) Critical Care Program consists of General Systems Intensive Care Unit (GSICU) and the Edmonton Firefighters’ Burn Treatment Unit. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is responsible for assisting with the operational needs in the Critical Care Program at the UAH (GSICU/Surge/Burn Unit). It is a program requirement to be trained and work on the Burn Unit and GSICU. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate in a concise and accurate manner. The HCA must be able to identify their own learning needs and seek guidance in professional practice where knowledge deficit occurs.
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering 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 role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Health Care Aide
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: General Systems Intensive Care Unit, Firefighters' Burn Treatment Unit
- Primary Location: U of A Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.65
- Posting End Date: 24-SEP-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
- Temporary End Date: 06-FEB-2028
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 27
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $26.43
- Maximum Salary: $29.58
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Qualifications:Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Previous acute care experience. Previous Burn, plastics experience, or wound care experience. The candidate must have the physical capability to perform all aspects of the role, including the ability to lift to and including 50lbs. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills and must be committed to patient and family-centered care. Ability to function effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team required.
Preferred Qualifications:Basic computer skills as well as familiarity with medical terminology is preferred. Critical Care experience preferred.
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.
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