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As a Health Care Aide, you will provide personal assistance and support activities of daily living for patients requiring care. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers, assisting nurses and maintaining a safe environment.
Requirements
Candidates must be active or eligible for registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta and provide proof of HCA certification within 18 months of hire. Preferred qualifications include 1 year of long-term care experience.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Personal Assistance
- Patient Care
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Health Monitoring
- Safety Maintenance
- Hygiene Support
- Nutrition Assistance
- Mobility Support
- Recreation Support
- Observation
- Reporting
- Care Plan Implementation
- Activity Coordination
- Support Services
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Health Care Aide
- Patient Care
- Activities of Daily Living
- Personal Assistance
- Health Monitoring
- Safety
- Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Mobility
- Recreation
- Care Plan
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Long Term Care
- Assisted Living
- Health Care Facilities
- Communication
- Teamwork
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this workplace expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.
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.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Hospital Long Term Care Unit Primary Location: Olds Hospital and Care Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 28-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
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:
Must be registered with CHLA.
Preferred Qualifications:
1-year LTC experience.
