Health Care Aide - Surgery

Your Opportunity:

PCU 21 is a 28-bed unit providing care to Urology, General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery patients. Patients are received from the operating room, emergency department, intensive care units, and directly from home and/or medical clinics. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and health care aides work cohesively within the collaborative model of care on all shifts. The Health Care Aide on PCU 21 is a crucial support to clinical work. HCAs must be able to work collaboratively with their team and independently. We are looking for excellent HCAs who can take direct care within their scope such as independently identifying patients needing bed baths or showers, blood glucose monitoring, patients that require q2h turning, and other routine duties and completing them in a self-directed manner. Staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital serve a unique inner-city population and we want to do it well. The Surgery Inpatient program maintains the expectation that all employees do so with pride, compassion, and respect.

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: Unit 21 - Inpatient Surgery Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 02-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 01-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, 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:

To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Comfort with documentation within connect care. This job is physically demanding; the incumbent will be required to assist with lifting, turning, and mobilizing patients with diverse ability levels and support needs. Other physical tasks are included in the job. The job requires the ability to lift, push, and pull heavy loads and operate assistive equipment. Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and priority setting skills. Demonstrated reliability in punctuality and attendance. Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years previous surgical experience.