Health Care Aide

Description:

William Osler Health System, a top-tier healthcare network in Ontario and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, is currently seeking a Health Care Aide for its Functional Enhancement Unit. This part-time, on-site position is ideal for individuals passionate about patient care and looking for a collaborative, high-quality healthcare environment.

Osler, recognized for patient safety and exemplary accreditation standards, serves 1.3 million residents in Brampton, Etobicoke, and surrounding communities. Employees benefit from excellent hands-on opportunities, exposure to state-of-the-art healthcare delivery, and a career culture focused on growth, inclusivity, and respect.

The Health Care Aide will report to the Clinical Services Manager and work under the supervision of the clinical team, delivering essential patient care and accommodation support services in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, mobility, repositioning, and transport.

• Maintain and restock patient care and storage areas with necessary supplies.

• Handle, maintain, and distribute departmental monitoring equipment.

• Transport patient specimens using the pneumatic tube system.

• Participate in creating and sustaining a safe, clean work environment.

Qualifications:

• Registered with the Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA).

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate from an accredited institution.

• Basic understanding of aseptic techniques.

• Current CPR certification.

• Experience working with geriatric and rehabilitation patients in a technical healthcare setting.

• Familiarity with inter-professional team collaboration and ability to adapt care based on clinical recommendations.

• Excellent communication, comprehension, and organizational skills.

• Flexibility to meet unit scheduling requirements including weekend and statutory holiday shifts.

• Basic computer proficiency and experience with Meditech system.

• Physical ability to lift 25–30 lbs and meet the physical demands of patient care.

• Must demonstrate Osler’s core values: Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation, and Collaboration.

• Willingness to work across all Osler sites.

Work Schedule:
Currently scheduled for Days/Evenings, 8/12-hour shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to operational needs).