Patient Support Assistant, Palliative & Complex Continuing Care (CUPE) - Part Time Temporary (Until Approx. December 2026) - Markham Stouffville Hospital
About The Position
As a Patient Support Assistant, you will work in partnership with a Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse, to provide patient care and will become an integral member of the interprofessional team. The focus is on quality and patient/family centred care with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction. The responsibilities include assisting the patient with the basic activities of daily living, e.g. bathing, nutrition, positioning and ambulation. In addition, you will be responsible for non-patient care support duties including stocking treatment areas and carts, maintaining linen supplies and the cleanliness of the patient rooms (for admission and discharge), utility rooms, nursing station, tub and shower rooms and patient care equipment. As an effective team member you will utilize your strong communication skills and be actively involved in quality management initiatives.
Requirements
- Completion of a recognized personal support worker certificate or health care aide program from a community college or equivalent education.
- Current BLS certification.
- Previous related experience, preferably in an acute care facility.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Knowledge of universal precautions and medical terminology an asset.
- Strong customer service, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of an interprofessional team.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
- Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.
- Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with Organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of universal precautions and medical terminology
Responsibilities
- Assisting the patient with the basic activities of daily living, e.g. bathing, nutrition, positioning and ambulation.
- Stocking treatment areas and carts.
- Maintaining linen supplies.
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the patient rooms (for admission and discharge), utility rooms, nursing station, tub and shower rooms and patient care equipment.
- Utilizing strong communication skills and being actively involved in quality management initiatives.
Benefits
- CUPE compensation range: $28.49 - $31.30
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
