Health Care Aide
- Leduc, AB, Canada
Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Emergency Department Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 29-OCT-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 · Part-time
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- Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Emergency Department Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 29-OCT-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
- Job type
- Part-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Knowledge of hospital equipment and supplies required. 1 year of Acute Care experience within the last 2 years.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and 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 position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional, you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.
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: Emergency Department Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 29-OCT-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:
BLS Responder required. Ability to participate on code team required. Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English required. Effective interpersonal and communication skills with patients/clients, families, visitors and team members required. Knowledge of hospital equipment and supplies required. 1 year of Acute Care experience within the last 2 years. Must be proficient with Connect Care.
Preferred Qualifications:
Emergency Department experience preferred. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.
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Responsibilities
Provide personal assistance and routine care to patients in accordance with care plans, supporting their hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs. Assist nurses and organized programs, observe and report changes in patients’ wellbeing, and help maintain a safe environment while communicating with patients, families, and health professionals.
Requirements
Applicants must be active or eligible for registration or a practice permit as a Health Care Aide with CLHA, and provide proof of education or complete a Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire. Required qualifications include BLS Responder certification, ability to participate on a code team, clear verbal and written English, effective communication, hospital equipment knowledge, one year of recent acute care experience, and proficiency with Connect Care; Emergency Department experience is preferred.
Skills
- Activities Of Daily Living Support
- Personal Care
- Patient Hygiene
- Nutrition Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Safety
- Patient Observation
- Health Reporting
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork
- Hospital Equipment Knowledge
- Connect Care Proficiency
- Basic Life Support
- Code Team Participation
- Acute Care
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Health Care Aide
- Health Care Aide Certificate
- CLHA Registration
- Basic Life Support
- BLS Responder
- Code Team
- Acute Care
- Emergency Department
- Connect Care
- Activities Of Daily Living
- Patient Care Plan
- Personal Assistance
- Routine Care
- Patient Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Mobility
- Recreation
- Patient Safety
- Patient Observation
- Health Reporting
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Nursing Support
- Hospital Equipment
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient And Family Communication
- Safe Environment