As a member of the healthcare team the Heath Care Aide will work as part of the interdisciplinary team within the Women's Health Program including Labour and Delivery, Ward 4C, 4B and 4F Clinics. The HCA will support patient care through equipment and supply management, maintenance of a clean, protected environment and participation in selected patient care activities. The HCA will provide unit support to patients, families and those providing service and/or care. 1.

Minimum

Grade 12 education and must be able to read and write English proficiently 2. Has completed the CSAO techniques course, or has the ability and willingness to do so within 4 months 3. Ability to complete 4-6 weeks of intensive on-the-job training as determined by individual assessment 4.

Minimum 2 years technical experience in a similar role within a healthcare environment (experience in the handling and care of delicate/expensive equipment) 5. Minimum 2 years experience maintaining and stocking materials and supplies 6. Demonstrated knowledge of Universal Precautions and WHMIS 7.

Demonstrated computer skills in: MS Exchange/Outlook, Windows 98, Meditech Materials Management 8.



Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team, patients and families, both verbal and written 9. Ability to demonstrate attributes that contribute to a respectful caring environment and desires to be part of a family-centered maternity environment 10.

Demonstrated ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and to accept assigned or delegated functions while working independently and unsupervised when appropriate and necessary 11. Demonstrated ability of accepting responsibility for tasks and demonstrated initiative and judgment appropriate for the position 12. Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work accordingly in response to the units' needs 13.

Demonstrated ability to deal with various hospital departments effectively and collaboratively 14. Demonstrated ability to lift using appropriate lifting techniques and bend, push and pull using good body mechanics 15. Ability to complete 4-6 weeks of intensive on-the-job training as determined by individual assessment

📌 HCA - Technical (Canada)
🏢 Hamilton Health Sciences
📍 Canada