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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Alberta’s largest acute care provider.

The Stollery

Children’s Hospital in Edmonton is the region’s only pediatric specialty hospital, providing specialized care for infants, children, and youth across central and northern Alberta.

The Health Care

Aide (HCA) reports to the Manager of Unit 4E4, a 25-bed pediatric medicine unit caring for patients up to 18 years of age. Working under the direction of regulated health professionals, the HCA provides personal care, assists with daily activities, supports procedures and assessments, documents care, and contributes to a safe, organized care environment. Additional duties include specimen transport, supply management, equipment cleaning, and portering. The successful candidate will receive orientation and may be cross-trained to other Stollery inpatient and ambulatory areas to support operational needs. As part of the interdisciplinary team, the HCA is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centred care in alignment with AHS values, Stollery standards, and the “Safest Together” commitment.

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 skilled, 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 4E4, Pediatric Medicine Primary Location: Stollery Children's 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: 29-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, 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

Basic Cardiac Life Support- Health Care Provider (BCLS- HCP) certification must be current (annual recertification required) and recognized by the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Committed to family-centered care and a desire to work with children in an acute care environment is required. Good communication, time management and organizational skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with recent acute care experience in pediatrics. Preference will be given to candidates with previous childcare experience and/or education. Connect Care experience is an asset.

📌 Health Care Aide (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Edmonton