Personal Support Worker - Orillia, Canada - Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital

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Orillia, Canada

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Description

Job Number:

J

Job Title:

Personal Support Worker - Integrated Medicine & Rehab Services

Department:

Integrated Medicine & Rehab

Job Type:

Casual

Job Category:

Support Services

Union:

SEIU

Open Positions:

1

Date Posted:

September 5, 2023

Closing Date:

September 13, 2023

Salary:

$ $27.88/Hour

Hours of Work:

12 hour shifts Days and Nights, DDNN Share Facebook Twitter LinkedInOrillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH's greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century.

We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals:
we value _Trust, Courage and Teamwork_. We are an organization where individuals' contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) /Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), or other regulated health care professionals, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for performing assigned functions as an unregulated care provider, which supports the health care team in assisting patients in activities of daily living, and supports the effective operations of patient care areas.

The PSW shall provide patient care consistent with the unit specific duties and statement of limitations of the PSW classification and in accordance with all Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education:
Completion of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required.
Personal Support Worker Certificate obtained from an accredited college program, obtained since 1997 required.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Standard First Aid certificates required.

Experience:

Previous experience in a hospital clinical setting preferred.
Minimum two to three years work experience in last five years in a hospital, long term care facility or residential home.

Competencies:

Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
Demonstrated proven commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member in a collaborative environment.
Demonstrated ability to accept direction and work independently.
Demonstrated computer literacy and other job related technology.
Demonstrated good work ethics and work performance and attendance record history.
Demonstrated open availability, flexibility and reliability.

Other:

Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities.

Our Employees Enjoy
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

Accomodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrierfree selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially._

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH's Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.