Personal Support Worker, Surgery PT 2026-6997
About The Position
Reporting to the Manager of Inpatient Surgery, the Personal Support Worker provides personal care for patients and supports patient flow within the hospital as required. The Personal Support Worker communicates effectively with patients, staff and families, and provides excellent customer service at all times. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, measuring vital signs, and practicing to the scope of their education. Documentation in the electronic record is required for care provided. This position works co-operatively with team members and receives direction from Registered staff. The incumbent demonstrates professional responsibility and demonstrates actions consistent with hospital policies and procedures. This is a part-time position to work all shifts including days, nights and evenings, as well as weekends and holidays. Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.
Requirements
- Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate from a recognized college/private career college or school board is required
- Registered with the Health and Supporting Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSPCOA) - required
- Current BCLS Certification
- 2-3 years current experience as Personal Support Worker required
- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of patient populations
- Working knowledge of routine practices related to Infection Control required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Proven dedication to an interdisciplinary team approach
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be flexible
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
- All staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada (subject to accommodation)
- Successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check
Nice To Haves
- Recent experience in a hospital environment preferred
- Recent experience in a surgical setting is preferred
- Proficient computer experience and excellent keyboarding skills is preferred
- Previous experience with Meditech system is an asset
- Ongoing commitment to continuous learning is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides personal care for patients
- Supports patient flow within the hospital
- Communicates effectively with patients, staff and families
- Provides excellent customer service
- Assists patients with activities of daily living
- Measures vital signs
- Practices to the scope of their education
- Documentation in the electronic record for care provided
- Works co-operatively with team members
- Receives direction from Registered staff
- Demonstrates professional responsibility
- Demonstrates actions consistent with hospital policies and procedures
Benefits
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Career Development & Education Grant
- Wellness & Wellbeing Program
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
