The Health Care Aide is an integral member of the health care team, supporting Adults and Stollery in a family centered care within a busy tertiary Emergency.

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 secure workplace 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: UAH Emergency

Primary Location: U of A Hospital

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available: 09-NOV-2026





Temporary End Date: 07-AUG-2027

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 42

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $26.43

Maximum Salary: $29.58

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Classification: Health Care Aide

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: UAH Emergency

Primary Location: U of A Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Advantages

Date Available: 09-NOV-2026

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:
Current Basic Life Support (BLS - Heart and Stroke AED Level C required) - Healthcare Provider Registration.



One year experience in acute health care or rehabilitation medicine. English language comprehension, both oral and written. Ability to meet the physical demands associated with the job i.e. pushing stretchers, carts, wheelchairs, and bending, and reaching. Completion of Medical Terminology required. Ability to work in a team environment is essential. Self-motivated individual able to prioritize and organize workload, in a busy patient care environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
As Required.

Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it's about putting patients' and families' experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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Edmonton Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital

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📌 Health Care Aide - Emergency (Alberta)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
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