Patient Care Assistant - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

CUPE JOB POSTING #914510

Position:
Patient Care Assistant

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI)

Reports To:
Manager

Wage Schedule:
$ $25.31 per hour (Start rate: $24.54 per hour in accordance with collective agreement requirements).
Hours: 25 Hours per week - Shifts: 5 hour, Monday to Friday 4:00pm to 9:00pm

Status:
Permanent Part-Time

Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning..._

The
Patient Care Assistant participates in direct and indirect patient care activities in order to carry out the multidisciplinary care plan.

The scope of activities are directed and assigned by the RN or RPN.

To support the provision of excellent patient care, the principal responsibilities of the PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT include:

performing basic patient care functions which contribute to the implementation of the multidisciplinary care plan; assisting with patient nutritional needs; contributing to the patient information collection/documentation process; practicing infection control and safety measures to maintain the highest standard of patient care/safety; ensuring a clean and safe environment for patient care/treatment; contributing to patient assessment; performing transportation function; performing departmental duties, following strict adherence to confidentiality policies; performing cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification or clinical specialty, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

At minimum, completion of high school
Completion of a Health Care Aide/PSW Program at the certificate level required; qualified applicants with no PSW certification have one (1) year to successfully complete a recognized program
Completion of a Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program
Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
Demonstrated independence, a positive attitude and the willingness to work effectively in a team
Ability to facilitate unit functioning and smooth patient care flow
Ability to maintain a consistent level of productivity and efficiency
Ability to perform responsibilities in a courteous manner
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multitask
Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Complies with UHN and departmental policies
Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job required including: ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, lift, push, pull and reach without any physical discomfort on a continuous basis; transferring patients with appropriate assistance; ability to stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift in excess of 40 kg.
May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations
Vaccines (COVID19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

Posted Date:
February 23, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.

UHN thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to:

all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position.

Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.