Original job description
Your Opportunity:
This opportunity with the Emergency Department at the Strathcona Community Hospital. The facility offers a 24/7 Emergency Department, a variety of outpatient Ambulatory, Laboratory, and Diagnostic Imaging services. Under the supervision of the Manager, the Service Worker I is responsible for the transportation of supplies, equipment and patient portering within the site. The Service Worker I provides patients with safe, courteous and prompt transportation between departments, as well as distributing supplies/equipment and linen. Clear communication is required to effectively outline adequate equipment/supply levels within the department, as well as coordinating with other departments (i.e. CPSM) on site. The successful incumbent is also required to collect soiled supplies and equipment and dispose of same in appropriate areas on site.
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: Emergency Primary Location: Strathcona Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 02-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 12-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 03-OCT-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $22.33 Maximum Salary: $24.38 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Previous experience within an Emergency/Acute Care facility is required. Knowledge of hospital equipment and procedures an asset. Current Basic Life Support (BLS - Heart and Stroke AED Level C) required. English language comprehension, both oral and written is required. Ability to meet the physical demands associated with the position (i.e. walking/standing for long periods of time; pushing/pulling stretchers, carts, and wheelchairs on a regular basis; bending, lifting and assisting with team lifting) is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to those applicants with previous Connect Care training. Ability to work in a team environment is essential. Must be capable of working in a dynamic and fast paced environment while meeting the demands of the position. Ability to perform a series of routine tasks under minimal supervision. Good communication, interpersonal skills, and motor coordination are a necessity. Reliable, cooperative, and able to demonstrate an effective service attitude.
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Responsibilities
Transport patients, supplies, equipment, linen, specimens, blood products, and charts between hospital departments, while providing safe, courteous, and prompt service. Replenish supplies, clean equipment and patient care areas as directed, collect soiled items for appropriate disposal, and report supply or safety concerns.
Requirements
A Grade 12 education or equivalent, previous experience in an emergency or acute care facility, and current Basic Life Support certification at Heart and Stroke AED Level C are required. Applicants must have English comprehension, meet the physical demands of the role, and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment; Connect Care training is preferred.
Skills
- Patient Transportation
- Hospital Supply Distribution
- Equipment Handling
- Emergency Care Experience
- Basic Life Support
- Connect Care
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Physical Stamina
- Patient Safety
- Equipment Cleaning
- Specimen Transport
- Interpersonal Skills
- Motor Coordination
- Working Under Minimal Supervision
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Customer Service & Support
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Emergency Department
- Acute Care
- Patient Portering
- Patient Transportation
- Hospital Supplies
- Medical Equipment
- Linen Distribution
- Laboratory Specimens
- Blood Products
- Patient Charts
- Equipment Cleaning
- Patient Care Areas
- Basic Life Support
- Heart and Stroke AED Level C
- Connect Care
- Patient Safety
- Supply Management
- Team Lifting
- Hospital Procedures
- Ambulatory Services
- Diagnostic Imaging
