Client Care Attendant - Toronto, Canada - West Park Healthcare Centre

West Park Healthcare Centre

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

West Park Healthcare Centre helps patients get their lives back by providing specialized rehabilitative and complex care after a life‐altering illness or injury such as lung disease, amputation, stroke, and traumatic musculoskeletal injuries.

West Park is building a new hospital and transforming its 27-acre site into an integrated campus of care, enabling the hospital to evolve its rehabilitative programs to meet Ontario's future healthcare needs.

Qualifications:

Grade 12, or equivalent education
Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology program or received from an Accredited PSW Educational Program
BCLS certificate preferred
At least one year of full time equivalent work experience within the past three years preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner
Ability to function as a team member in an interprofessional collaborative environment
Ability to accept direction and work independently
Basic computer skills related to Microsoft Office (e.g., Word), Internet, and Outlook Express.
Satisfactory work performance in present position.
Evidence of satisfactory attendance record
An employee's disciplinary record will be reviewed as part of the assessment of qualifications
Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the centre's core values and helps patients_ get their life back_
Should be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors

Accountabilities:

Follows the KARDEX in meeting patient's care needs and preferences related to communication, meal assistance, transferring, ambulation/mobility, toileting/continence care, hygiene, and grooming
Follows the individualized care plans created by the healthcare team in meeting patient's care needs
Reports to the Registered Nurse in a timely, objective manner without interpretation of any changes in patient condition and any patient and/or family concerns
Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients in collaboration with the healthcare team
Supports the effective operations of patient care areas
Supports the effective transfer of information about patients by relaying information to the appropriate healthcare professional in a timely, objective, and comprehensive manner.
Documents according to hospital policy
Operates mechanical lifts, power wheelchairs, and assistive devices as directed. Ensures equipment is operational and intact. Follows procedures and advises appropriate staff of equipment concerns or need for repairs
Performs activities required to assist the healthcare team in providing a safe, clean and comfortable environment for patients

At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.

Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at extension 4637.