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The Health Care Aide provides personal assistance and support services to patients in accordance with care plans and facility policies. They work within a multidisciplinary team to assist with hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and safety needs while observing and reporting on patient wellbeing.
Requirements
Applicants must hold or be eligible for registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta and possess a Health Care Aide Certificate or complete it within 18 months. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required for this position.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Resident empathy
- Personal assistance
- Activities of daily living
- Patient care
- Hygiene support
- Nutrition support
- Mobility assistance
- Recreation support
- Safety monitoring
- Communication
- BLS
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Northern Allowance
- Travel Expense Reimbursement
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Health Care Aide
- Long Term Care
- AUPE AUX
- Northern Allowance
- Patient Care
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Activities of Daily Living
- BLS
- CLHA
- Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Mobility
- Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Resident Empathy
- Health Care Facility
Original job description
Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Your Opportunity:
Fort Vermilion is a hamlet located on the Peace River in Northern Alberta. The hamlet is approximately 2.5-3 hours away from the Northwest Territories. There is plenty of nature to enjoy as well as amenities-Community and Cultural complex which includes a hockey rink and concession, as well as a library, golf club and rodeo grounds. There are also some financial incentives that come with living in this northern area as well. Northern Allowance: In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Travel Expense Reimbursement: Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over. As a Health Care Aide, you will bring your critical thinking, resident empathy, and technical skillset to our Long Term Care Facility.
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: Long Term Care Primary Location: Ft Vermilion Gen Hos/Mntl Hlth Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 14-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 25-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift: 12.25 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 38 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation 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:
Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be eligible to apply. BLS.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year work experience in a Long Term Care facility. Strong critical thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Team player.
