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PSW / Health Care Aide (NOC 33102)
EMPLOYER : PARA MED HOME HEALTH CARE
ParaMed Home Health Care – A Health Care Establishment
ParaMed Home Health Care is a recognized health care establishment in Canada, providing a wide range of nursing and patient care services. Since 1974, we have helped people live better by offering professional, compassionate care. Our facility serves clients with conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke recovery, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and palliative care.
With over 12,000 staff members and 120,000 clients, ParaMed has grown into Canada’s largest home health care provider. Our team develops personalized care plans to meet each client’s needs safely and effectively.
Our team includes : RNs, RPNs / LPNs, CCAs, PSWs / HCAs, Occupational & Physiotherapists, Allied Health staff, Clinical Educators, Supervisors, Care Managers, and Scheduling Coordinators.
Role of PSW / Health Care Aide (NOC 33102)
PSWs / Health Care Aides (NOC 33102) are vital members of the health care team. Working under the supervision of RNs and RPNs, they provide direct patient care based on individualized care plans.
They collaborate with nursing and specialized services to deliver safe, compassionate, and comprehensive care across multiple areas, including :
Dementia and Alzheimer’s careStroke recoveryDiabetes managementParkinson’s diseasePalliative careNursing Services : Post-hospitalization care, chronic disease management, IV therapy, wound care, and senior wellness checksSpecialized Services : Alzheimer’s and dementia support (personal care, companionship, caregiver relief), dietitian services, foot care, and occupational therapy for daily living and adaptive equipmentJob details
Location : Oshawa, Ontario L1J 2K5Salary : $23.82 hourly / 40 hours per weekTerms of employment : Permanent Position Full timeMorning, DayStart date : As soon as possibleBenefits : Other benefitsVacancies : 1 vacancyLanguages : EnglishEducation : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experienceExperience : 2 Years of experienceWork location : On site (no remote option)Responsibilities
Report directly to medical professionals – RN, RPNMeasure and record patients’ blood pressure, temperature, and pulseTrack fluid intake and outputObserve patients’ condition and document care in charts or electronic recordsProvide first aid in emergencies within scope of competenciesAssist with oral medications and provide medication remindersSupport ambulation using cane, walker, wheelchair, Sara Steady, Hoyer lift, and other assistive devicesAssist in transferring patients from bed to chair and vice versaAssist with urinary catheter care (changing and draining)Bathe patients (sponge, tub, or bed bath) and assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, peri care, and diaper changesServe meals, feed or assist with feeding, and support menu selectionWeigh, lift, turn, and position patientsSupervise exercise routines, organize leisure activities, and accompany patients on outingsSupport clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including meal preparation, laundry, dishwashing, and light housekeepingMaintain and operate transfer equipment (wheelchairs, beds, lifts) and other job-related toolsKeep inventory of suppliesPromote a safe environment for clients and staffBenefits
Transportation provided by employerTravel insuranceCOVID-19 Precautions
Remote interview processPersonal protective equipment (PPE) provided or requiredTemperature screeningsSocial distancing guidelines in placeRegular sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning proceduresEmployment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups :
Support for persons with disabilitiesSupport for youthsSupport for Indigenous peopleSupport for mature workersWho can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are :
A Canadian citizenA permanent resident of CanadaA temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit⚠️ Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to applications from outside Canada.
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