Patient Services Attendant - Diagnostic Imaging (Casual)

Trillium Health Partners•Mississauga, ON

8d•CA$28 - CA$32•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of registered nursing staff, and in partnership with another attendant, assists in the provision of basic patient care. Some typical activities include: bathing, skin care, toileting, mouth care, dressing and undressing, grooming. Provides physical assistance to patients as required, by assisting with lifts, transports, and transfers of patients. Provides (oral) feeding assistance as required. Assists physician with patient examination, as requested. Collect and records patient information as directed, which could include assistance with the admission process as well as post-mortem care. Documents patient care activities in accordance with Trillium policy. Responsible for restocking as necessary, reporting diminished supplies to Clerical Leader. Assists with maintenance of a clean, safe environment which includes identifying equipment for maintenance routines. Under the direction of registered staff assists in checking soiled trays, ensuring all instruments are accounted for and put on SPD cart. Reports to team all concerns, voiced by patients or family. Alerts team members when any change or concern about patient condition is raised. Performs other duties as assigned or requested to support patient care and maintain a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

Minimum grade 12 or equivalent required.
Personal Support Worker Diploma/2 year Program or equivalent required.
Current BCLS & First Aide Certificates essential.
Previous Hospital/institutional Health Care experience required.
Current basic computer skills required.
Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to provide a safe level of care to patients & work as an effective member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team.
Must be a self-directed individual with well-developed organizational skills.
Possess the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
Must have the physical requirements to complete job duties.
A positive attendance and work record is required.

Responsibilities

Assists in the provision of basic patient care, including bathing, skin care, toileting, mouth care, dressing and undressing, and grooming.
Provides physical assistance to patients with lifts, transports, and transfers.
Provides oral feeding assistance.
Assists physicians with patient examinations.
Collects and records patient information, including assistance with admission and post-mortem care.
Documents patient care activities.
Restocks supplies and reports diminished supplies to the Clerical Leader.
Assists with maintaining a clean and safe environment, identifying equipment for maintenance.
Checks soiled trays and ensures instruments are accounted for and placed on the SPD cart.
Reports patient or family concerns to the team and alerts team members to changes in patient condition.
Performs other duties as assigned to support patient care and maintain a safe and clean environment.