Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.

WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.

At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Vacancy: Inpatient Pediatrics

Position: Temporary Part Time Clinical Assistant 6 (UNIFOR Service) Approx. until March 2027

Posting Period: November 3 2026 - November 8 2026

Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Position Summary:

This position will support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Inpatient Pediatric Unit. Grand River Hospital is seeking applications for a Clinical Assistant who is committed to providing optimal patient care and is dedicated to GRH’s mission of Advancing Exceptional Care.

The Clinical Assistant supports the regulated health care professional with patient care by:

- Providing assistance with personal care needs of patients including preventative skin care and repositioning, hygiene including baths and bed linen changes, grooming and dressing, and elimination and toileting
- Assisting with post-operative ambulation
- Assisting with and attending to special needs of the patients
- Escorting patients to and from diagnostic tests as needed
- Assisting with appropriate levels of supervision of patients including constant observation and post-meal observation
- Maintaining the safety and comfort of patients by ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors and adhering to hospital infection control measures
- Stocking supplies at patient bedsides, stocking feeding carts, isolation carts, and supply carts, and stocking linen cupboards
- Providing comfort to and consoling infant patients,



including those experiencing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

Position Requirements:

- Successful completion of an approved Health Care Aide Program or Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certification from a recognized program or completion of a 1st year Nursing Program (BScN or Practical Nurse) from an accredited college or university
- CPR certificate at the Heart Saver Level and Standard First Aid
- Code White training
- Previous experience in assisting patients with basic personal care needs
- Minimum of two years of related experience in a health care setting preferred
- Experience with developmental disabilities, mental health and complex behavioural needs is preferred.
- Responsible, energetic individual with above average ability to prioritize and organize in a busy environment
- Knowledgeable regarding the scope of practice for various job categories
- Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and general public
- Basic computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to follow through with requests
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Capable of working independently and able to take direction
- Knowledge of principles of medical asepsis and universal precautions
- Demonstrated positive relationships with other health care
- professionals and able to contribute to the development of an environment conducive to excellent patient care
- Willing to work shifts and flexible schedule including nights and weekends

Application Instructions:

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN).



New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

EMPLOYEES OF WRHN MIDTOWN & CHICOPEE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Attention UNIFOR Members: Effective June 1, 2013, applications for postings outside a candidate’s home unit/department will not be considered if no résumé has been provided.

Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

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