Service Worker I

Your Opportunity :

The Service Worker I is an exciting role within the multidisciplinary team for the Albert Kidney Care – North (AKC-N). Under the direction of the nursing staff, the Service Worker contributes to safe patient care and the efficiency of the unit. The Service Worker provides assistance in setting up, rinsing, dismantling and the maintenance of the hemodialysis machines under the supervision of a nurse. The Service Worker also transports patients, assists with weighing patients, ensures patient comfort, and delivers specimens throughout the Hospital. The Service Worker maintains, cleans and handles hospital equipment pertaining to the unit, as well as keeps supplies and linens ordered, stocked, and organized. Casual Employment : As a casual employee (on a call-in basis), you will not have a regular schedule and there will be no minimum hours guaranteed for any week or month. This position is based in the Hemodialysis unit at Grey Nuns Community Hospital.

Description :

As a Service Worker I, you will be responsible for transporting patients (clients / residents) and equipment to and from different patient care areas within a hospital site. You will distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units and clean equipment and patient care areas as directed. You may also transport lab specimens, blood and blood products, and patient charts. You will report any concerns regarding supplies and safety issues to Unit Managers and perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications :

Grade 12 or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications :

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification. Must be able to lift minimum of 40lbs (18kg). Demonstrated good communication skills. High degree of motivation and organizational skills. Ability to work under supervision and independently. Ability to work in an actively paced area and adapts to frequent interruptions in activity. The AKC-N program requires candidates to complete / pass Service Worker Hemodialysis Training. Candidate must be able to attend training following a successful interview. Hemodialysis Training with a Clinical Nurse Educator is held in Edmonton or Red Deer depending on classroom / instructor availability. Hemodialysis Training is an intensive 1-week schedule consisting of two parts : Classroom Training followed by an exam. A passing mark of 75% is required to move onto Buddy Shifts. Buddy Shifts (1 week) are scheduled by the Unit Manager. A satisfactory performance is required during Buddy Shifts to be considered a pass.

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous training and / or experience transporting patients in a health care institution is an asset.