Health Care Aide
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Unit Manager in the Department of Neuro Rehabilitation, the Health Care Aide (HCA) works as an unregulated direct care provider on the Tertiary Neuro Rehabilitation unit. As a member of the nursing and interdisciplinary team, the HCA supports the overall provision of care as assigned, assisting the patient with activities of daily living (examples include personal care, feeding, mobility), comfort (e.g. bed positioning), and safety. The HCA also provides indirect services to support the overall provision of care in their assigned area. The successful candidate will be under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. The types of supervision (direct or indirect) will depend on the complexity of the task or procedure being assigned, the stability of the patient and the skill level of the HCA performing the task. Minimum knowledge and skill requirements for the HCAs are acquired through education based on the provincial curriculum for Health Care Aides. The specific skills of the HCA relative to the requirements of the position are determined, in this order, by applicable legislation, the employer (based on need and safety of the patient population), the characteristics of the care setting and the individual knowledge and skill of the HCA. HCAs are responsible and accountable for the tasks and support functions assigned to them, and for understanding tasks or functions they are able and/or not able to perform in a particular setting. Resume must be attached to be considered for an interview.
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: Unit 58 Tertiary Neuro Rehab
- Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 23-NOV-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 03-DEC-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- 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:Experience working as an HCA in a hospital setting is required. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with patients, visitors and staff. Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English. Proven ability to work independently and show initiative within the healthcare team. Proven flexibility, conflict management and dependability. Effective organization and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to function effectively and collaboratively within a patient and family centered healthcare team. Able to request and accept direction as required. Able to understand and relate to patients in a caring and respectful manner. Physically able to perform all assigned tasks as this unit is classified as heavy (examples include transferring of patients, other activities require standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, carrying during the entire shift). Basic computer skills including the use of Connect Care will be required. Current BCLS – HCP certification is a job requirement. Resume must accompany application in order to be considered for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience in neuro rehabilitation (i.e. spinal cord injury, stroke and/or brain injury rehab) is 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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