Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Alberta Health Services (AHS) has an excellent opportunity for someone who loves being active while at work, enjoys working in a hospital setting, has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, is comfortable walking or standing for long periods of time and can lift up to 50 lbs. (or assisting to lift up to 157.5 kgs) on a regular basis. As a Service Worker I, you are greatly valued by our patients, their families, and staff. You would have the opportunity to make an impact on patient and resident-focused health care as a dedicated member of the Linen & Environmental Services (LES) team. LES is a provincial team that is committed to providing supportive patient and resident care through timely and effective portering, cleaning and linen services. This position will be accountable for performing a variety of tasks to ensure a quality patient, resident, and visitor experience. You possess strong customer service, teamwork, the ability to work alone, and prioritizing skills. The successful candidate also has a patient-first approach and is able to follow oral and written instructions. Motor coordination and hand-eye coordination are needed as is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, which may be stressful at times. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
Description:
As a Service Worker I, you will be responsible for transporting patients (clients/residents) and equipment to and from different patient care areas within a hospital site. You will distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units and clean equipment and patient care areas as directed. You may also transport lab specimens, blood and blood products, and patient charts. You will report any concerns regarding supplies and safety issues to Unit Managers and perform other duties as required.
Classification: Service Worker I Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Linen and Environmental Services Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 06-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 16-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $22.33 Maximum Salary: $24.38 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Critical thinking, prioritizing requests, and scheduling time as necessary. Under supervision, the employee performs routine duties including but not limited to transporting patients, supplies, waste, bio and equipment within the hospital in accordance with established work methods and procedures. Clean patient rooms, public areas and equipment within the hospital. Our goal within the Portering Department is to create the best patient experience and to ensure we follow all IPC guidelines regarding infectious diseases. The individual must have the ability to work in a team environment and/or independently. This role also requires you to work on short notice.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of hospital procedures and equipment operation. Previous hospital experience is an asset. Previous related job experience. A valid WHMIS certificate is an asset. Basic computer proficiency and experience with Connect Care. Trained in the Move Safe ergonomic program and the It’s Your Move client handling program. Preference given to candidates with open availability to cover varying operational hours.
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Responsibilities
Transport patients, equipment, supplies, waste, specimens, blood products, and charts between hospital care areas, and distribute and replenish supplies. Clean patient rooms, public areas, equipment, and care areas while following established procedures and infection prevention guidelines, and report supply or safety concerns.
Requirements
A Grade 12 education or equivalent is required, along with the ability to prioritize requests, schedule work, follow instructions, and work independently or as part of a team. The role requires physical stamina for prolonged walking or standing and regular lifting or assisted lifting, as well as availability to work on short notice; hospital experience, WHMIS certification, computer proficiency, Connect Care experience, and relevant patient-handling training are assets.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Prioritization
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Oral And Written Communication
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Transport
- Equipment Cleaning
- Hospital Cleaning
- Supply Distribution
- Infection Prevention And Control
- Physical Stamina
- Motor Coordination
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Benefits
- Remote Retention Allowance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Logistics
- Customer Service & Support
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Alberta Health Services
- Linen And Environmental Services
- Portering
- Patient Transport
- Resident Care
- Hospital Supplies
- Equipment Transport
- Specimen Transport
- Blood And Blood Products
- Patient Charts
- Hospital Cleaning
- Infection Prevention And Control
- IPC Guidelines
- WHMIS
- Connect Care
- Move Safe
- It's Your Move
- Patient Handling
- Safety Reporting
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Prioritization
- Teamwork
- Grade 12
